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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Canberra Advocate
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1926
Page
4
The article discusses using a spark gap in magnetos to protect insulation from high voltages and advises grounding magnetos with dual ignition systems. It reviews lubrication practices, warns against lubricating contact breakers, and examines graphite lubrication debates for engines with splash systems and oil passages.
Water in the crankcase signals piston ring fit issues and possible excessive moisture from combustion. The article explains that combustion produces water and carbon dioxide, with moisture condensing in the crankcase if piston rings leak or the air fuel mix is misadjusted. An overly rich mixture reduces water production and increases carbon buildup.
The article advises motorists to carry a petrol dip stick to avoid delay and confusion. It notes gauges can misread due to American units, sticking gauges, and irregular tank shapes. A flexible or rigid calibrated stick, read in half gallon steps, provides reliable level checks.
Queanbeyan Golf Club defeated Cooma Golf Club by a small margin. The Secretary led the victory over Mr. Harnett, with teammates Cutts Hunt Davis Old Price W Price McGuire and Jacey. Despite poor weather the day was enjoyed including luncheon at Dodd’s Hotel Cooma and the famed 19th hole. Associ ates filled many matches, prompting two-member foursomes and a note on improving Associates play.
Molanglo fare 3/6 each way Station Hill 4s4d each way Leave Ainslie 2 pm Leave Cotter 4 15 pm Katara Pare 5 extra trips arranged for 13 or more adults with Mrs H Barton Proprietress Hotel Canreee district agent for Vulcan cars and though
A Canberra based motor service company, Betan Motor Sertce, resumes operations after a brief pause. Officials confirm renewed service plans and customer support across the city.
A garbled OCR fragment yields no clear event or entities. Readable parts mention unusual names and a possible transit or trade reference, but specifics are unreadable. The item remains unclear with no verifiable persons, places, organizations, or dates to anchor a concise summary.
Public auction notice from Auditors for income and land at St Gregory's Buildings Room No 3 Monaro Street Queanbeyan. Auction action details include location and involved parties Rochfort and Stack.
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