Traffic deputation to minister seeks wider road rules reform
A large deputation representing motorists clubs chambers and associations met Minister for Works Mrs J Kenneally at the Old Barracks Perth to press for traffic regulation changes. They urged a licensing scheme a 2 tier system for penalties and tighter pedestrian controls including jaywalking rules and forced use of footpaths.
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J Kenneally
Old Barracks
Perth
J. Row. Gardam
C. Zelnder
A. J. Meare
Chamber of Comerce
E. de Rose
Commercial Travellers Association
H. M. Manning
Chamber of
J Winterbottom
A Martin
Australia
British Manuufacturers
Stewart and
H. Goddard Omnibus Proprietors’ Association
G. David
Wir
Car Club
Mtr
OL Daveon
Ki Needhung
Winterbottean Ake
Passing of a Pioneer in Early British Motorcraft
A fragmented obituary notes the death of pioneer Mr. Mainlay, builder of an early motorcar resembling a horse carriage with engine under the body. It chronicles late 19th and early 20th century developments, including a 4 twin cylinder 12 Wye engine and a 9 1 hp water cooled car, and remarks on Captain J P Black and Alexander Gibb praising the firm’s enduring innovation.
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Mont
Anotor
Searm Inter
Mp. Mandslay
Sear
Mainlay
Wil
Thy
West
Btandard Co
J. P. Black
Immenson Mucreas
Din
Hin Brien
Rie Mexander Gibb
Viey on outside metropolis 12 ammerpaliies and 115 boards
Officials criticize inefficient revenue collection and strict dealer rules. Winterbottom calls for licenses reform while addressing negligence cases and unfair treatment of secondhand car owners. Proposals include lowering flat plate fees and specifying negligence in court actions.
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Viey
Winterbottom
What Happens in a Car Engine at 40 mph
An excerpt explains the engine of a twelve cylinder car at 2000 rpm traveling 40 mph. It describes piston travel 1335 feet per stroke, valve motion totals, and immense internal work including millions of valve movements and revolutions. The piece asks readers to ponder the vast effort as mileage accumulates.
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Shell
Fach
Athens
Regulatory debate on vehicle regulations and licensing fees
Officials discuss changes to licensing terms, fuel types, and safety rules. Proposals include colored headlamps, extended licence periods, and waivers for compressed ignition engines. Deputies seek bylaw changes on towing, trailers, and public safety measures at Terraces.
Lighter Coloured Roads to Improve Night Driving
The article notes research into lighter polished bitumen road surfaces to reduce glare from headlamps when roads are wet. Diffusion of light on bright surfaces is limited, hindering visibility of pedestrians and road users. Overseas experiments aim to increase road brightness with improved lighting and even surfaces for safer driving.
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Mo Lorist
France
Roma
Roine Tate
Motor Transport Emerges as Prime Travel Mode in Modern Age
A historical survey shows rising preference for motor transport driven by convenience and speed. Data from 1920 to 1933 indicate average annual travel increased from about 500 to 1700 miles, with 74 percent by other means. convenience tops factors for all groups, followed by comfort and speed.
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Deskeland
Innes
Commonwealth
USA
Habre Sud
Font Potene
Dunley Perdring
Fruit and produce prices and notices from grocers
The clipping lists apples olives honey potatoes and oranges with prices and suppliers in Western Australian towns such as Leederville Katanning Bridgetown and Clover Kelmacott. It notes bulk orders and plant offerings with contact hints for grocers and buyers.
Fragmented OCR Note on Advertising and Industry Talk
A garbled clipping discusses advertising urges for modern business and trade practices. It mentions a ship, a woman figure, and various disjointed phrases about starters, goods, and attention to customers in a period tone. The readable content is sparse and scattered without a clear narrative or event.
The Effect of Oil on Starting in Winter Motors
A study by the University outlines how winter oil grades affect starting speeds for car engines. It explains that heavier oil increases crank speeds and complicates starting under cold conditions, while correct viscosity improves lubrication and reduces wear. Tests used a Heenan and Froude tester to measure horsepower at the road and show winter oil can improve cold start performance and overall drivability.
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Binwingham
Electrical Engineering Department
Wits
Eat
Yecoftians
Coltain
Ths
Ufl
Sydney
Mobil
Rai
Wil
England
Ely
Doll Power Stetead Ab Tyeginl, Eves
Co-ops and Government Clash Over Wheat Transport Costs
A fragmented report discusses a Wellington area cooperative facing government pushback on extending a wheat transport plan. The dispute centers on funding, shipping capacity, and wartime rail charges, with mentions of the Labour Government, Fremantle terminal proposals, and private vessel arrangements.
Best Accommodation Day At Wentworth Hotel Event
A local notice invites readers to participate in the Best Accommodation Day at Hotel Wentworth located at the corner of William and Macray Streets and at Central Hotel. The promotion features special quotes and discounts for attendees.
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Bohemia
Murray Street
Perth
B. G Carter
Wentworth
William and Macray Streets
Central Hotel
Plough Shares and Farm Implements Sold by Baird Co
Perth dealer Baird Co LTD offers a range of tools including horse rims chippy machines and felt fenders. Stock includes plough shares slisses cultivator points and various belts with pricing notes such as 74 40/6 and 3/11 for limited items.
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Harve Chines
Martin's
Burian's Hall
Lew Kings
Thuttee
Bairds Coy. Ltd
Perth
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Me W
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Cuirmn
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Katka Rox Lecotion
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Edward Greenslade
Mt. Barkar
Lotti
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Leederville
Brockman
London
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HL Skinner
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Crode Lake
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United Press
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Buckingham
Clover
Kelmacott
Delaware
Operty
LEU Beesteller
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Young's
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Egelange
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Asker
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Kerley
Ety Hhureh
Frank Southee
CHEAS
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W.A
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William Street
the United Press Ltd
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