In Memory of Sailors Scarf Symbol of Navy's Losses
A black scarf worn by United States Navy sailors honors seamen who died in past wars. Four stripes woven on its edges symbolize four major waves of naval service.
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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1924
Page
6
A black scarf worn by United States Navy sailors honors seamen who died in past wars. Four stripes woven on its edges symbolize four major waves of naval service.
The tale recounts Diamond, a handsome Crete youth in attendance to Infant Jupiter. A belief holds he should escape mortal flaws, leading to his transformation into the hardest and most radiant natural substance.
The article warns that underinflation, curb scraping, and curb bumps are the main forms of tire abuse. Underinflation wastes more tire life than other abuses, so weekly pressure checks extend mileage. Tires should be inflated to manufacturer pressures in both hot and cold weather.
The California Truck Owners association offers safety guidelines to reduce accidents and improve traffic flow. Key points include avoid overloads and speeding, use signals, stay to the right, keep a safe tail light, and stop at school crossings. Emphasis on courtesy and preserving human life over timely arrival.
The Scientific American describes an auto gear control by R. L. Belcia of Hull Texas. The device aims to replace manual clutch pedal operation to reduce strain during gear shifting and stopping. It uses engine suction to hold the clutch released while the accelerator is retracted and the engine moves.
Loose battery terminals can be tightened with tin foil. Slow driving reveals how delightful it is only after mishap. Brass polish damages nickel trimmings by scratching plating. No vehicle should be parked at entrances to hotels theaters offices and large stores with heavy foot traffic.
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