I. of T. Fears Brake on Youth'
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IN speeches made at the Silver Jubilee dinner of the Institute of Transport (Midland Section), in Birmingham, last week, emphasis was laid on the need for education in the field of road transport and for youth to develop in an atmosphere of free expression.
Mr. D. R. Lamb, president. appealed to employers to give concrete encouragement to men who had been successful in the Institute examinations. Many failed to do so, although some concerns in the Midlands recognized the value of such qualifications and gave grants to students. Education in transport was no longer a rule-ofthumb matter and involved a study of economics, statistics and operation.
Mr. L. W. Gupwell, past chairman of the Midland Section, referred to the growth of the student body, the numbers having increased from 29 in 1925 to 226 in 1948. It was imperative A32
that those growing up in the industry should continue to enjoy free expression, and it was only from this aspect that the Institute was interested in the activities of the British Transport Commission.
All speakers paid tribute to the work of Mr. H. Howells, the present honorary secretary of the Midland Section, who has served on the committee for the 25 years of its existence. He received a presentation in recognition of his services.
Mr. H. T. Hurst, 0.B.E., chairman of the Midland Section, commented upon the high standard shown by the students competing for the essay prizes. First prize of £5 5s. was won by Mr. P. H. Wyke Smith for his paper on "Uses of Road Transport Services," second prize was awarded to Mr. P. C. Hunt and third prize to Mr. P. H. Smith.