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Newspaper
The Evening Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1920
Page
7
Tar Piz Bolivia officials plan a new police car described as a three compartment motorized vehicle for drivers, wheelmen, and prisoners. The chief compartment features swivel chairs, blue leather, carpet, and draped windows with curtains. A electric cigar lighter and handcuff rings in the seats are noted. The photograph shows the police car’s distinctive design.
Practical spring car care advice from a vintage guide. Emphasizes lubrication, belt tension, and tightening body bolts to stop squeaks. Recommends cleaning cooling systems, flushing anti freeze, lubricating spring leaves with graphite oil mix, and checking brakes. Also notes washing chassis and spring housecleaning for comfort on spring drives.
A street sweeping condition led to sharp tacks from theater sign boards being swept into the roadway. Automobiles later picked up the tacks, causing flat tires. Investigators traced the issue to a sidewalk sweeper who tore down posters, leaving tacks to fall onto the street and injure unwary motorists.
Automobile gossip advises drivers to check wheel alignment monthly and inspect radiator hose connections. Regular spark plug maintenance, proper battery water level, and accurate timing reduce wear and noise. It notes rising gasoline costs in Europe and recalls early vehicle power shifts from steam to internal combustion.
The column advises car owners to drive carefully on wet pavements and inspect wire wheels regularly. It suggests keeping kerosene and glycerine mixed in equal parts near the windshield for clear vision when rain or glare reduces visibility.
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