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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1922
Page
13
Inventor W. F. Crown announces a new gear alignment device for the Crown Automatic Gear Co of Weir. The system allows existing gears to be replaced and aligned with a push, claiming proven reliability from a record of up to 50,000 miles without detectable wear. A J. Walsh is president of the newly organized company at 2125.
A. O'Donnell of the Bellevue Buick company notes Rainier National Park statistics show 1,236 Buicks registered at the park entrance in the 1971 season, 10 percent of all cars. Buicks topped all makes except Ford, among 91 car types, from economy models to limousines, reflecting strong tourist interest.
The fragment presents practical car care advice and warnings from early auto culture. It notes overpriming engines, underinflated tires, squeaky brakes, transmission grease, corrosion, a night hood light, moisture protection for ignition parts, and frequent maintenance. It cites road bond funding and mentions the first Vanderbilt Cup race in 1904.
A signal device warns when gas runs low by winding as the tank fills and ringing at a set level. It is built as a small mechanism using carnet screws to fit where the tank cap sits, providing a simple audible alert before the tank is empty.
Scientists report a tellurium compound may double fuel mileage and cut engine knock in high compression engines. Inventors from Dayton, Ohio claim a 100 percent mileage gain with a new fuel additive while researchers seek scalable production and further improvements.
An early 20th century explainer by H. F. Jefferson argues for radio regulation to prevent ether interference. It compares wave patterns to pebbles in a pond and calls for licensing, zoning, and government oversight to ensure clear, useful broadcasting for news education and commerce.
The article discusses refined methods using aflica gel to reduce sulfur content far beyond current treatment and to limit unsaturated hydrocarbons. It claims reduced cylinder carbon deposits and less valve seating annoyance, allowing motorists to worry less about engine deposits.
Newark New Jersey George A Obl Jr donates one hundred fifty thousand dollars to establish an orthopedic hospital. Dr Adolph Lorenz renowned Vienna surgeon says he will return to America in September to participate in the project.
Notes and Comment on the Old Home Town reports permanent committees named by the Puyallup Commercial club officers and trustees. Lynden high students present Love Pirates of Hawaii at the high school auditorium. Lynden hosts a lecture series with dairy experts from Washington State College next Saturday. Riverside school bond issue passes 18 to 1. Sunnyside near Walla Walla to auction 30 head of Overnaey stock on April 18. The Skagit bridge between Mt Vernon and Burlington closed for repairs forcing a detour via Allen. An Indian Runner duck battles a Rhode Island rooster on the Olson farm near La Conner with the duck holding a slight edge. Graveling work on Ta Conner and Apdacortes highways in anticipation of heavy summer traffic. Harry V. Collins of Grays Harbor District PPC telephone company is nominated and elected president of Hoquiam Rotary club.
F J Laber of Laber Auto Spring announces an electric welded side clip to hold spring leaves in place eliminating bolts. The clip design claims 90 percent less breakage and easier manufacture, reducing costs for auto truck and rail springs. Invention dates to 1916 with inquiries from auto centers nationwide.
Bothell will receive an early morning mail run leaving Beattie at 720 am to connect with the rural carrier. Announcement made by Frank Waterhouse president of the Chamber of Commerce. Schedule secured by the Chamber in conjunction with the Beattie Commercial Club through Supt W C Van Dervoort of the 13th division of railway mail service.
An ad describes a gear system connected to the steering column that makes the searchlight turn with the front wheels so the illuminated path stays ahead. It also promotes a dance lesson by Prof William A Jackson, head of instructors at The Hippodrome, offering to teach the latest steps.
Prof William A Jackson of New York teaches stage and ballroom dancing at The Hippodrome So fth Ave and University Beginners classes start each Monday at 7 pm Telephone Elliott 3187.
The Northwest Tourist Association issues a folder titled Autling In the Pacific Northwest detailing descriptions and photographs of scenic points across Oregon Washington and British Columbia. It offers clearly lined highway directions and is praised by motorists for filling a real need.
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