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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 17, 1940
Page
3
Popular Half Crown Series presents Old Man Murray by Will Lawson. The author traveled over 2000 miles to gather authentic material from river captains and journals. The novel blends fact and romance to depict Murray and Darling steamer life before rail and road transport.
Worried and sleepless in Walcha NSW Mrs Lok reports fatigue headaches and nervous pains eased by Dr Williams Pink Pills. She says the pills restore energy, enable sleep, and improve mood and vigor. The advertisement claims the pills create new blood and strengthen nerves for a brighter, revitalized body.
A series titled The Christian and the War presents three works: Christianity Democracy and Dictatorship by Professor Boyce Gibson of Melbourne arguing Nazi and Soviet systems hinder personality development. Faith and Force by Dr. G H Wright of Perth examining Christian thought on force and war including a justifiable defense. The Church and the Hour by Bishop J S Moyes of Armidale NSW analyzing Australian character and the church’s role in wartime. Copies cost fd each or 7d post free from Archdeacon C E Stones Northam.
A household hint says cut soap into flakes on a vegetable shredder to use in the washer or tub and notes that it cleans as well as commercial flakes using your favorite soap. For perspiration stains on white fabrics soak in cold water with a little ammonia for about an hour before washing. Silk stockings should never be in ho
A veteran dairy writer outlines proper milking to preserve a cow’s udder shape and lactation. Key points include using a steady hand and minimal arm movement, correct cow positioning, short trimmed nails, patient calm handling, cleanliness, and pacing milk flow by teat order to keep the bag balanced and avoid damage.
An all-time high in petrol consumption by motorists was set in 1939 with an estimated 15.7 billion gallons. The prior peak was 19.6 billion gallons in 1938, reflecting rapid growth in automotive transport across the United States.
An English study notes the Tractor maintenance guide by the Hakers offers detailed guidance. It discusses cooling methods using water jackets and radiators, aided by a pump to improve circulation and prevent overheating for engine efficiency.
The text discusses radiator temperature management using blinds or shutters and a thermostat to keep engine temps within limits. It notes using rain water or lightly treated water, daily radiator checks, and draining to prevent frost. Stopping and starting procedures, fuel choices, and maintaining the exhaust valve and intake passages are described for optimal efficiency.
The text warns that crankcase oil loses lubricating power due to kerosene dilution and should be drained and replaced every 30 to 100 hours when the engine is hot. It stresses checking gear box back axle oils every 200 hours and lubricants daily with a grease gun, plus keeping a log of hours and work for maintenance and renewals.
Hobart Electric Slicers Electric Food Mixers Meat Mincers Coffee Mills International Time Recorders. Re pairs to all makes by expert mechanics Note men address IL BRUCE & COMPANY Sole Agents for W.A. 874 Hay St Perth Phone B 70M. Large stocks of new and secondhand tel Iron Doors Windows Mantels Flooring Mouldings Stirling Salvage Yards Perth.
To let brick building suitable as garage with pit in Balmoral Street near Victoria Park. Convenient location offers workshop or garage space. Contact B Woodhouse Victria Park Mi 1254 for details. Premises at Kellerberrin known as Prince of Wales Hostel. Full particulars from M P W Charleston and Sops Kellerberrin.
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