River traffic revival eyed on upper Mississippi
Fort Madison reports ex parte revival of river traffic as several new steamers are expected to land en route to St. Paul from St. Louis and downstream ports. Steamboat men foresee a summer rise in passenger business, boosting freight as the Father of Waters grows in appeal as a scenic river. Port and river towns anticipate expanded freight facilities and competition in the new river basin this spring and summer. Ames notes Iowa orchardists prune during warm spell. horticulture experts advise pruning with swift cuts and disinfectant after each cut.
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Upper Mississippi
St. Paul
St. Louis
Mississippi River
Watera
Burlington
Davenport
Iowa River
Port Madison
Ames
Iowa
Iowa State
Atpesia
Wonderful trailer that moves bid guns fly worked by a special tool
There are several chain tools on the market and it is difficult to decide among them. One should be chosen with good leverage and that opens or closes links with least effort. A proper tool lets the broken link be replaced while the chain is on the wheel. If the tool is missing, one may drive a screwdriver through the sink to open it and close it with a hammer.
Proper Use of Tire Chains for Winter Driving
A detailed guide on installing ladder chains on all wheels, preferring one chain per rear wheel if needed. It covers draping over the wheel, securing clamps, avoiding jacking up, and tightening without tools. Emphasizes correct placement, wear care, and safety to prevent chain loss or tread damage.
Brakes Need Regular Checks Says Motor Club Official
A Motortruck Club of America official cites 60 percent of brake related accidents could be avoided with regular inspections. The piece urges drivers to coast to stops, avoid hard braking, and alternate between service and emergency brakes to extend life and reduce costs.
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Motortruck Club of America
Spring wheel invention by W H McQueen of Greenville Miss
The Scientific American describes a new spring wheel by W H McQueen of Greenville Mississippi. The design features a solid tire composite with a hub and multiple components forming a wheel built for resilience. The illustration explains the wheel’s construction and potential applications.
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Scientific American
W. H. McQueen
Greenville
Miss
Wheel hub with spokes connected to rim and adjustable bearings
Fragmentary OCR describes a wheel hub with spokes extending tangentially across the wheel. It mentions loose bearings at the ends, an intermediate bearing at the hub, and angularly crossed spokes between hub and felly to suspend the hub and adjust the ematicity according to a gauge.
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Ita
Iowa labor leaders push quick action on public works board
Des Moines reports Iowa labor leaders and workers agree unemployment must be addressed soon. Support grows for Senator Kenyon’s public works board to be enacted by Congress, while figures show a slight drop in unemployment. Mild weather spurred construction activity and farmers plan to hire more labor as spring approaches.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Kenyon
National Congress
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