Beefs and Erasmus clash over college aims on campus
An old football hero, Beef Hinkle, guides his son to college while Erasmus Twigg and campus leaders debate whether higher education should emphasize culture or athletics. The pair warn that students must learn public poise and real-world skills beyond books, arguing success hinges on dollars and social polish.
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Spprt
Bingham College
Atwater
Beef
Hinkle
Cass Nate
Erasmus Twigg
Erasmus
Big Neck
Thad
Game Glee Club
Knowledge Works
Mr. Hinkle
Illuminati
Chicago
Socrates
Twige
Home Influence Shapes the Collegian’s Ambitions
A speaker voices a father’s demand for a son to conquer life with power and influence through college roles, sports, clubs, and business, while Erasmus doubts any risk of eye strain from tutoring. The tale ends with a moral about home influence guiding a student’s path.
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Rabbitt
College
Wien & Bine
Cadet Corps
Glee Club
Eleven
Daily Nd
Oakland Six Tops Orders After New Car Show
The Oakland Motor Car company reports an unprecedented surge in orders for its new Oakland six with harmonic balancer after its July 25 reveal. Price cuts spiked demand, with Detroit and Miami showing early strong numbers and dealers requesting doubled allotments as production raced to meet the boom.
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Oakland Motor Car Company
Oakland
Pontiac
Mich
C. W. Matheson
Chicago
Detroit
Miami
Fla
Aberdeen
Wash
Express
Florida
Matieson
Loose Fan Belt Causes Overheating and Engine Damage
A loose or broken fan belt is a common cause of an overheating engine and possible burn out. Regular inspection of the fan system is advised, and motorists should watch the radiator cap heat indicator to stop and inspect if the red fluid rises to the danger point.
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Cart
Prince of Wales sails from Southampton a year ago
A note marks the anniversary of the Prince of Wales voyage from Southampton to New York. In Texas, Miriam A. Ferguson secured the Democratic nomination for governor, highlighting a pivotal political moment.
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Prince of Wales
Southampton
New York
Miriam A. Ferguson
Texas
Motoring Misinformation and Public Perception
Readers encounter widespread misinformation about motor cars, with claimants distributing misleading facts. The piece analyzes how falsehoods shape opinions on vehicle safety, regulation, and technology, urging careful verification.
Railroads and buses clash over future travel needs
Progressive transportation experts foresee a public choice between rail and bus travel. Railroads win for long distance between principal cities while buses attract rural towns and feeder routes. Tourists may favor back country rail lines with modern equipment and sleeping car service.
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Ines
Tailored remedy for carbon buildup in cars
A doctor notes varied car engines need specific fixes. One owner’s engine carbonizes fast due to design, another’s for a different type of motor. The suggested remedy involves a kerosene and alcohol mix poured into cylinders.
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Chrysler
Traffic confusion on narrow street turning left
Drivers congest the narrow street by failing to stay right while turning left onto a main road. If some turn right from the boulevard into the street, a tangle is certain to follow.
Advice for Maneuvering Through Mud in Vehicles
The article warns that hand brakes near the propeller shaft collect grease from the transmission and front universal joint and should be burned off with the hand brake. It advises staying in low gear with no clutch engagement, avoiding stalls, and not over-accelerating. It notes carburetor float chamber leaks more when the engine runs, urging proper vacuum tank filling.
Hill test for carburetor adjustment in cars
The article explains a hill test as the best proof of carburetor adjustment. It advises choosing a hill the car can pull with ease, starting the climb at the lowest safe speed to reveal ignition and valve troubles.
Tuning a Car Engine for Slow Uphill Climb
The text describes a test procedure to adjust a carburetor for slow engine speed uphill. Start with a lean mix, accelerate full throttle, then richen if bucking or laboring occurs. If the engine slows and runs smoothly at five mph, richen slightly and retest. Allow cooling, and note if signs indicate ignition valve adjustment may be needed.
Left Side Walking Law Sparks Skepticism in Connecticut
Skeptics question a proposed Connecticut pedestrian law arguing that conditions may make it unsafe to walk on the left as proponents claim. The debate centers on allowing pedestrians to choose their path, potentially forcing walkers to the right where cars could approach more easily.
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Connecticut
Smooth Greasing Hint for Steering Assembly
The article explains methods to ensure proper lubrication of the steering system. If grease can’t pass freely, rock the car gently or lift to help it work through. In practice, turn the wheel alternately from lock to lock to distribute grease to all points.
Where does oil leak past piston rings in engines
The article explains common oil leakage paths between piston rings and cylinder walls versus rings and pistons, and highlights how wear and clearances affect leakage behavior on modern engines. It also notes related topics to be discussed in next week's department page.
King Boris Addresses 50th Anniversary of Bulgarian Gymnasium
In Gabrovo Bulgaria on Aug 22 King Boris delivered a 30 minute speech at the Aprilov Gymnasia 50th anniversary celebration. He framed the event as a milestone marking the start of Bulgarian culture and education.
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Gabrovo
Bulgaria
Boris
Aprilov Gymnasia
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