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Riverdale Pointer

Location

Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1924

Page

6

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.

United States Navy

Mythic Diamond of Crete Transforms to Brilliant Substance

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.

Crete Jupiter

Insufficient Inflation Costly to Auto Owners

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.

Don'ts for Truck Drivers from California Association

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.

California Truck Owners’ Association

Gear Control of Motor Cars and Automobiles

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.

Scientific American R. L. Belcia Hull Texas

Automobile Maintenance And Parking Etiquette Tips

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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