One Hears
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That a dead load is seldom quick.
That the tipping gear is still holcling its own amongst many users.
Of a driver saying that, in foggy weather, the studs marking pedestrian crossings help in keeping vehicles on the right track when the kerb "gives out" at cross-roads That one driver is curious to know how the official weighing machines are proved accurate : who holds the " master key" to accuracy, and what is the standard of reliability?
That road and rail services have reverted to arrows as weapons of warfare.
That it is good to know there can be no unwarranted " interference by plainclothes constables.
Of drivers who will park their vehicles immediately opposite others, rather than walk a few extra yards. That it may sometimes be quicker by rail, but it's nicer by road.
That, despite the significance of its initials, the new body, Associated Road Operators, does not yet represent air transport.
That until September 30, candidates for driving tests may be questioned at their option on either the new or old Highway Code.
That the Commer "ad." of July 19 was inadvertently flattering, for under our line "The Journal for the Supplier and Operator" appeared the words " The Choice of Most Famous Users."
That the new Henley Vanguard tyre is likely to be in the van as well as on it.
Of dissatisfaction expressed at the methods adopted by some examiners for H.G.V. driving licences.
Of a demand from top-deck passengers for more stopping places on roads overlooking county cricket grounds.