Better Roads War Motors for Road Work
The War Department surplus motor fleet, largely trucks, is redistributed by the United States Department of Agriculture for road-building. By October 1 more than 27,000 vehicles have been distributed to states under the Wadsworth-Kahn act, with 1,800 kept by Agriculture for forest roads and federal administration.
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United Maree Department
Bureau of Public Roads
United States Department of Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
War Department
France
Concrete Road Materials Experiments in Virginia
Engineers from the U S Department of Agriculture and the bureau of public roads test concrete road durability at Arlington Virginia. An apparatus with heavy steel wheels rolls sections ten feet long under varying cement water mixes to find the best composition for wear resistance.
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Bureau of Public Roads
United States Department of Agriculture
Government
Arington
Washington
Good Roads Drive to Span States and Farms
Good Roads in California already a joy for motor tourists. California plans to spend 5,000,000 to expand its road system. The model highways would extend across state borders. Leading farm product states Texas Illinois Missouri Kansas Ohio are among the top in farm product value and motor vehicle registrations.
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California
Ite Elthy Ainam
Iews
Texas
Ilinois
Missouri
Kansas
Ohio
Coast to Coast Auto Road Plan Advances Across States
The Highway Association and the American Automobile Association are coordinating federal and state officials to select a direct coast to coast route from Washington to San Diego. The plan prioritizes a continuous pavement network through Virginia Tennessee North Texas Oklahoma Texas New Mexico Arizona California to speed interstate travel and link eastern and western communities. The effort, led by Johnson and Lee Mudway, seeks to complete unfinished sections and strengthen pavement within three years, highlighting the road as vital to state development and national unity.
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Tim Co Opermsdon
United States Bureau of Publlle Ronda
Virginia
Tentexser
Arkansas
Oklahoma
Texas
New Mexico
Arizona
California
Whallington
D. C
San Dino
Cal
Washington
Tennessee
Roanoke
Bristol
Woodville
Chattanooga
San Diego
Johnson
Je Lee Mudway
National Capital
San ‘Eae
Arrose
Southern
Lee Highwar Association
HE Huston
Important Function Of Car Tire Treads
The article explains tractive waves in tire treads and how tread design prevents slipping and side sway. It notes bulges ahead of contact, waves staying relative to the road, and how ribbed, cogged, smooth, or indented treads split the wave to improve grip on slippery surfaces and keep a car on the road. It emphasizes purpose over decoration.
Keeping Spark Plugs Clean In Automotive Ignition Care
Article explains that most spark plugs rarely need cleaning but exterior and interior porcelain surfaces collect grease and mineral dirt. This buildup diverts current and causes ignition problems. Regular exterior cleaning is advised to prevent ignition troubles.
Accelerator sensitivity and foot rest advice for drivers
An old note explains that some car accelerators are sensitive and can affect novice drivers. It suggests using a simple foot rest to fit the ball of the foot for steadier control on rough roads, aiding safer throttle use.
Crafting Pedal Slot Covers For Drafty Floors
Instructions describe covering pedal slots in floor boards to block drafts by tacking canvas or rubber beneath the board. Cut material to allow pedal levers to pass through while ensuring lever movement remains unobstructed.
Supplementary auto plugs described for engine ignition
Supplementary auto plugs, designed to be installed in cylinder heads alongside Tecular plugs, aim to improve ignition certainty and combustion completeness by providing simultaneous sparking without ground contact. The extra plug connects directly to the regular plug and is insulated to prevent grounding, signaling a mechanical magneto era concept.
Lost Automobile Unearthed After San Diego Flood
A six year old hood flood in San Diego unearthed a flivver among wreckage, later bought by an enterprising dealer. The gas tank held some gasoline and a wire remained connected from the disaster. With repairs and new parts the bus runs as well as before.
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San Diego
Cal
Penguins Tell A Family Of Young Masters
A child narrator recalls a long penguin tale told by a father and mother penguin, describing the sparrowlike chicks in molt and feather growth from January to February. The youngsters dream of wandering, learning to preen, wade, and swim while parents guide and protect them, preparing for visitors who may stroke their backs.
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Daddy
Aaid Neney
Nick
Johnny Venguin
Ode
Enda
Johnny Penguin
Ike
Johnny Henwan
Remodeled dresses and sewing orders in spring fashion
Fashion notes describe remodeling dresses and sewing as thrifty, with coats and redline styles, washable children's outfits, and new spring fabrics. Highlights include a redingote with satin under skirt, feasible sleeve changes, and garments for girls ages nine to thirteen featuring printed cotton and long bodices with full skirts.
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Tle
Tenderfoot Whims Shake Quiet Evening
A quirky fragment shows a childlike exchange about being in one’s own space and a joke about wine leaking, featuring light banter among youngsters and a playful tone.
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Mariachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Arizona Road Department
Nebraska
Nevada
Mexico
New York
North Dakota
Okiadoma
Oregon
South Carolina
Dakota
Ormod
Utah
Vermont
Wisconsin
Dept. of
Lee Highway
Washington, D. C
Fet
Lementary
Penguins
Redingote
Han Turing
Finn
Muthere
Giany
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