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That the film, "The Long Haul," might have been more aptly named, "Dear Octopus."
That after the two recent "shockers " someone should now make a film which extols the virtues of road haulage.
That despite the decrease in holiday traffic, Mr. Samuels thinks that the solution of traffic problems can be found in his plan.
That this depends on the co-operation of local authorities, police, " specials," and the drivers themselves.
That the saying " Much wants more," might apply to Socialist nationalization plans, and may give any successful industry cause for qualms concerning its future. Of .someone saying that it is quite natural that the M.I.C.E. should be starved by cheeseparers.
That an American postmaster claims brighter colours for his vehicles as being the main reason for a 50 per cent, reduction in accidents last year.
That the colours used are red, white and blue, the whole top of each vehicle being white.
That one of the best ways to spot inconsiderate driving is to proceed against the main traffic flow from coastal towns at the conclusion of a holiday period or fine weekend.
That if road traffic is eventually brought to a virtual standstill, one of our greatest and most valuable industries will suffer severely in the home market and be less able to compete with those overseas.
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Of many drivers saying " Bye-bye" to the main roads.
That Soviet scientists claim to be approaching the creation of life under laboratory conditions.
That " mechanical " men might stand a better chance of survival in a later atomic age.
That a well-finished light-metal body can save much paint and labour, and still look most presentable.
That the " scissors " lift of a Montreal brewery is an uplift which 'can be appreciated by both high and low brows..