One Hears
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Of a German Roads delegate who asked for a dry Martini and was surprised at receiving three (drei).
That because our roads do not keep pace with our traffic the latter is forced to keep the pace of the roads.
That timid walkers—those most needing assistance —hesitate to take the bold measure of operating pedestrian-controlled traffic lamps.
That during the first six months of this year Czechoslovakia sold 766 goods vehicles and buses, compared with 442 in the same period of 1936.
That they sell better when the tyres are not flat.
That traffic islands in certain situations are a proved source of danger.
That the British are really afraid of only two laws—their parents-in-law.
Of a notice in a German restaurant : " Credit will not be given to any person Over 80 years of ager Of traffic lights in school corridors.
That the new lighting regulations are dark in places.
That in Germany motorists run over roads without pedestrians; in Britain they run over pedestrians without roads.
The question, have pay-load ratings in the 50-cwt. class reached their limit?
An answer, that no great effort has yet been made to develop the two-stroke engine as a means for further weight reduction.
That the arms programme is holding up body production.
That the lack of steel is stealing a march on some manufacturers.
That there is still room for improvement in passengervehicle lighting.
Of " records " offences being caused by drivers not knowing the difference between a.m. and p.m.