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COAL-OIL WORKS FOR SCOTLAND.
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Coal-distillation plants are to be established in Glasgow and Edinburgh by the National Coke and Oil Co., which recently opened a factory at Tipton. Negotiations are in progress for a site in Glasgow. The plans provide for a plant capable of using 150 tons of coal a day.
The promoting company claims that a ton of coal treated by its process will produce 20 gallons of oil, 15 gallons of petrol and 15 cwt. of smokeless fuel.
Oil-engine Combustion-chamber Design.
From the pen of an oil engineer of some repute—Mr. Paul Belyavin—a book, entitled "Combustion-Chamber Design for Oil Engines," has just been published by Constable and Co., Ltd., 10-12, Orange Street, London, W.C.2, the price being 3s. 6d. It contains a survey of the problems of the subject with which it deals, some historical notes on combustion-chamber development, a study of the pertinent practical and theoretical considerations and a review of modern design. In conclusion, the author sums up what he deduces to be "the most desirable features to have in a rational combustion chamber."
Shipping Guide for Hauliers.
The following is the number of ships arriving at the London docks, wharves and jetties named, from July 3-7 inclusive:—Docks: King George V, 6; Royal Albert, 4; Surrey Commercial, 3; West India, 1; East India, 1; South West India, 1; Tilbury, 2; Tilbury Stage, 2; Millvvall, 2; Royal, 1. Wharves: Hays, 5; Mark Brown's, 1; Butler's, 1. Tilbury Jetty, I.
Transcript Charges Varied.
The charge for transcripts of proceedings before the Traffic Commissioners and Licensing Authorities will in future be 4d. per folio of 72 words, irrespective of the number of copies supplied, instead of 8d. per folio'for the first copy and 3d. for each additional copy. This decision is conveyed in Ministry of Transport notice dated June 19.
Suggestions for British Tariff Policy.
The Federation of British Industries has issued a report entitled "British Tariff Policy." This gives certain further observations, following the statement issued by the F.B.I. in February, 1934. The main recommendations are the imposition of quotasto overcome certain dangers arising from the economic policy of foreign countries, protection (to avoid undue competition) against theimportation of Empire-manufactured goods, that more advantage should be taken of the fact that the 'United Kingdom is the leading importing market in the world, the adoption of a three-column tariff to replace the most-favoured-nation treatment for countries which continue to give unfavourable treatment to British goods, full impl6mentation . of the Ottawa
agreements, and that, in foreign negotiations, the criterion for assessing the balance of trade should be the balance' only of domestic produce and manufactures.
Safe-driving Awards for Biscuit. maker's Van Salesmen.
Fifteen van salesmen employed by Peek, Frean and Co., Ltd., the biscuit manufacturing concern, have qualified for oak-leaf bars in the safe-driving competition organized by the National, Safety First Association. Two other drivers have qualified for gold medals, six for silver medals, 15 for bars to silver medals and 15 for diplomas.
Big Fortune of Bus Pioneer.
The late Mr. William S. Birch, of Birch Bros., Ltd., the Metropolitan bus business of which has been absorbed by London Transport, left estate valued at £44,826.
According to a statement by the Eastern Counties Omnibus Co., Ltd., MR. G. F. THURSTON has resigned his directorship, and Ma.. C. H. NEWTON has been appointed a director.
Congratulations to Mn. DUDLEY NOBLE, publicity adviser to the Humber-Hillman-Corrimer combine, on his good ,recovery from an operation for appendicitis, which he hadto undergo, a little time back, at very short notice.
The many friends of Ma. A. F. PALMER-PHILLIPS, sales director of Vauxhall Motors, Ltd., will be glad to learn of his return to business after an illness extending over eight months. Despite its severity, his cheerful optimism was never lacking.
MR. LEONARD BURBIDGE, who has had sales experience in many parts of the world and is an expert on the installation and upkeep of oil engines, has been appointed London manager of Blackstone and Co., Ltd., Stamford, Lines, whicli has opened an 'eXtensive• spare parts and service 'depot at Imperial House, Kingsway; London,
LIMIT ON MOBILE SHOPS?
That rnotorvans used for retailing should be -required to observe the weekly half-holiday in any district in respect of specified trades, is recommended by a special committee of the National Federation of Grocers and Provision Dealers' Associations, the annual -general meeting of which was held in Southport, on Tuesday.
This committee states that much trouble has been caused by the operation of mobile shops on half-holidays.
Nash Transport Co. Wound Up.
On the -petition of Messrs. Richard Hacker, haulage contractors, stated to be judgment creditors, Mr. Justice Bennett in the -Companies Court, on Monday, made an order for the compulsory. winding up of Nash Transport Co., Ltd. The company did not appeal and there was no opposition.
W.C.2. Mr. Burbidge has, of recent years, been chiefly concerned with the sale of British oil engines in the Ameri can market.
MR. A. T. JAMES, K.C., chairman of the South Wales Traffic Commissioners, has been appointed chairman of the board set up for South Wales under the Special Areas Reconstruction (Agreement) Act, 1936, to finance small businesses in the distressed areas. It is understood that Mr. James's appointment will not involve his resignation from tlae position of Commissioner.
MR. f): CORNES, the Leyland manager in Capetown for the past three years, has recently returned to the Lancashire headquarters of Leyland Motors, Ltd. During his stay in this country he will make a general review of the company's activities in South Africa,
MR. P. DE PUTRON, who was trained at Leyland and has had much experience of commercial-vehicle operation in South Africa, and is normally stationed at the company's. Durban agency, • has temporarily assumed managership of Leyland Motors (S.A.), Ltd.
B.R.F. ACTIVITY IN 1935.
The annual general meeting of the British Road Federation was held on Monday last, and representatives of the 36 national organizations comprising the membership were present. The 1935 annual report of the Committee of Management shows that the Federation has been quite active and that matters which have received its attention include taxation and the Road Fund, road policy, weak bridges, the goodsvehicle licensing system and certain Parliamentary proceedings. Reference is also made in-the report to the steps which have been taken to effect unity of action.
Special Numbers of "The Aeroplane."
Two special R.A.F. and British Aircraft Dispay Numbers are being pub . lished by The Aeroplane, The first, out yesterday, June 25, contains a profusely illustrated supplement dealing with the work of the Royal Air Force overseas. The new and experimental aeroplanes which will appear in public for the first time at the R.A.F. Display at Hendon to-morrow are dealt with and well-informed accounts included of the aeroplanes, aero engines, raw materials, parts and accessories which will be on view at the display organized at Hatfield, on June 29, by the Society of British Aircraft Constructors.
The second special number, to be published next Thursday, July 2, will contain fully illustrated reports of the R.A.F. and S.B.A.C. displays.
Driver Who "Did Too Much."
That the driver had foolishly attempted to do too much was the plea put forward in a case at ()Vey Police Court, last Friday.
Fines totalling 27 were imposed on Messrs. Fred and Herman Croft, haulage contractors, of Yeadon, for using a goods vehicle without a carrier's licence, and for permitting Mr, James Edward Bullock to drive one of their lorries without having sufficient hours of rest.
Mr. Joseph Wurzal, for the prosecution, asserted that the Crofts were . running a lorry in respect of which Mr. W. Sagar, of Bradford, held an A licence, which they had used.
Mr. Ernest Ould, for the defence, submitted that there was no evidence that the Crofts directed Mr. Bullock to work for excessive hours. While in London he had taken on a load for Doncaster, about which his employers knew nothing.
The driver was fined £2 10s. for driving without having sufficient hours of rest.
Our Visit to a Pottery.
We have been pleased to receive from C. FI, Brannam, Ltd., Litchdon Pottery, Barnstaple, a letter of appreciation regarding our recent visit to this pottery. The company not only holds the Royal Warrant of Appointment, but its works have been visited by members of the Royal Family. There • is so much of interest to be seen that coach tourists, who are welcomed. . should inspect the processes.
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