One Hears
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Of one man travelling during the early hours of Christmas day who had a whole train to himself.
That the modernization of the 40,000-mile Interstate highway system of the U.S.A. will, it is estimated, save 3,500 lives a year.
That lest we forget the importance of the human mind we should remember that electronic brains emanated from those of man.
That "One Hears" are sometimes written by computors, but not of the electronic variety.
That the attention of record-dodgers is called to the writing onithe wall.
That the latest trysting place may well be the "meter "—parking, not gas or electricity.
That this year Russia expects to spend 18,200m. roubles in developments in every field of science.
That we certainly cannot afford to have a " nappy " New Year. That "England expects. . ." and those who do not come up to expectations should have a half-nelson put on them.
Of fears from car owners that they may be barred from stopping at their own gates to pick up or deposit passengers, parcels and luggage.
That there might be something in this now that essential goods can often be loaded or deposited only during severely restricted times.
That concentration is becoming increasingly difficult in the rush of modern life.
That older people are often surprised that the younger find any time for study.
That some observers believe that they are not highly successful in this.
That the average speed of traffic in central London is claimed to be only 9.5 m.p.h.
Of a wish that there should be British Standards for the surface finish of certain parts such as gear teeth.