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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Canberra Advocate
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 20, 1926
Page
4
A fragmentary notice advertises a hire car in Queanbeyan with ring 228 and multiple stops. It mentions depart from Queanbeyan at 3.60 p.m and arrivals at Yass and other locations. Contact by phone 188 for Horton s Hairdressing Saloon Yass and Moore Bros Garage Queanbeyan.
Motor notes advise careful planning for winter motor touring with close attention to road conditions distances and warm accommodations. Readers should limit daily mileages to about 150 and check for moisture in the engine by running and inspecting spark plug holes. if water persists seek a professional head gasket repair.
A roundup on motoring cases shows drivers and cyclists winning claims when faults lie with headlights and red disc signals. It notes Sydney and England judges stressing precautions, witnesses, and measurements to counter police claims, plus advice to check bearings and engine parts to avoid failures.
A man bought a used English car with a 90 day guarantee. After a couple of days a miss appeared in the cylinders. Water pooled on a piston led to fears of a cracked cylinder but inspectors found a leaking cylinder head gasket. Immediate remedy is advised for water in cylinders.
Olympia Speedway at Maroubra near Sydney plans to reopen after a closure caused by insufficient patronage to cover running costs and large capital needs. Officials say motor sport lovers will welcome the revival despite past difficulties.
Fragmentary notice notes special prices on bearings and equipment. Mentions J Litherland and Heyes A, with references to prices, loans, and “Temp” offerings. Readable text is limited. details are unclear and entities are partially garbled.
An article discussing routine automotive maintenance by a building contractor and undertaker, advising motorists to check bearings and engine wear after miles of use. It emphasizes listening for changes in engine noise and ensuring parts fit well to maintain smooth operation and a long life.
Radio stations across Sydney prepare for Empire Day events with microphones at Queen's Square. A 12 15 p m public demonstration by patriotic societies will be broadcast along with an Empire Day oration by Governor General Lord Stonehaven and military band music across Australia.
Broadcast plans describe a mid June aeroplane demonstration by Station 2FC with a flying transmitter crew. The Melbourne Civil Aviation Department aircraft will carry engineer announcer and pilot for a two hour aircast over metropolitan Sydney, using short wave on 1100 metres.
Trundle hosts Back to Trundle Week to raise Building Funds for the War Memorial School of Arta with a bazaar ugly man contest races football match golf contests and a concert grand hall at night. Former residents invited to revisit the town with concession rail fares by applying to secretary H R Matier for a certificate Tickets last fortnight.
In a brief item the Beenes and Beaming Company announces a new project area. Officials confirm construction will commence soon with expected local employment and economic impact.
Kidney disease often advances rapidly, outpacing early detection and treatment. Medical experts warn of swift progression in at risk patients, urging timely screening and lifestyle changes to slow deterioration and preserve kidney function.
Late values in the sheep and lamb section at Homebush last Monday saw offerings total 17 000. Mutton sold at the yards 4d to 5d per lb, hoggets and lambs 7d to 7d. Merino wethers from Mr G Fane de Bali s Michelago sold to 28/4, averaging 26/7 at Wombat?
Dr Nicholas Murray Butler of Columbia University and historian J Latane of Johns Hopkins criticize nationwide Prohibition in letters cited by The Times asserting the policy harms public morals and fuels un taxed profits. They predict future liquor control will reflect Christian and American principles.
Salon O'Donnell's Moasro club adjacent to J B Toung's storefront hosts a lively evening gathering with local patrons and spirited conversation. A small crowd participates as music and announcements ripple through the room.
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