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SITES AND SIGHTS... ...By Ridge Pole VALLEY HOUSE... By Edward Jones MARX FOR THE CLARIONETTE
THE WORLD IS MY COUNTRY" By J. Russell Morris
IRISH TOUR.... By Albert Winstanley KLARION KID ioeiewuee By RCW, CLUB RUNS.....:. Breas .By Simon Simplelife LACOCK. H, Days po) WE OR ...By Victor Minshall POTPOURRI. 2i<.:..? By The Mixer PERCY WYLD.. ......By Alex Taylor
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Offictal Rational Organ be rey" Clarion ot Cycling CYCLIST [i SITES SIGHTS. By RIDGE POLE, Tragedy. Tragedy.
The Ridge Pole messuage—the permanent one—has just been transported some three leagues, and in consequence these notes nearly missed publication, which, as my heading indicates, would have caused tears of woe to resound throughout the length and breadth of the land. Question for purists: Can tears resound? Thé wherefore being that the window cleaner forcibly precipitated my typewriter on the terra firma, with the result that it wouldn’t go, and a year’s salary from the Clarion Cyclist would not pay for the damage done Fortunately I have managed to rustle up a machine and avert the tragedy which impended,
Tragedy.
Don’t on any account allow familiarity with methylated spirits to breed contempt of same. Have you ever seen Mickey’s Fire Brigade,” a Walt Disney effort, in which Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck clad in firemen’s helmets and axes pursue, and chop in half, animated bits of flame which multiply by division and eventually surround the firemen. If you have, you can imagine:just how Mrs. Ridge Pole and I felt when a. ball of fire jumped out of the spirit-can and lighted the hay in the tent, and the walls and the roof. Fortunately the ground sheet was lying inside neatly folded and we smote the flames with it good and hard—one smite especially being so good and so hard that it ‘ripped the roof from ridge to eave, at the same time extinguishing the blaze. Mrs. R.P. cunningly contrived a patch for the roof by surgically removing a piece of draught cloth from the bottom of the wall and grafting it in place with the gossamer that she uses for mending stockings. The problem after that was to pitch the tent so that the scorch marks wouldn’t show in a direction where other campers might see them. Our blushes were spared to a certain extent as the fly sheet obscured the patch on the roof, but there were some suspicious looking black marks on the uncovered end,
The poles of the tent which we were using on this occasion were of the wooden type, where a quick thread cut into the end of the wood engages with a metal thread on the adjacent section, each pole being in three sections. One night we had such a downpour that the rain caused the wood to swell so much that in the morning when packing up, it was found impossible to separate two of the sections. Various remedies were tried, such as heating over the stove, smiting with hard and heavy objects such as spanners, shoes, and those large chunks of rock to be found under any ground sheet; oil was even persuaded to trickle round the joint, and in the end plain brute force (known hereafter as P.B.F.) was applied. Mrs. Ridge Pole gripped one end, I gripped the other and we turned lustily in vpposite objection —a wonderful recipe for raising blisters on the palms, but singularly ineffective in separating those two sections. We had to carry them jointed together for the rest of tour, and it was only when we returned to Ridge Pole Towers that Mr. Therm (advertisement) was enlisted to assist, and by drying the section over the gas stove, the divorce was accomplished by the aforementioned P.B.F. The moral appears to be—Don’t camp on a wet night, and if you do, take a gas stove with you.
Comedy—for a change.
Have you ever watched the other fellow erect a tent? I made a few remarks recently about putting up tents decently, but until I watched other people doing it when on tour this year, I never realised how many ways there are of doing this simple job. At the time I felt that my remarks were rather superfluous, but I now feel that I would like to make some more notes on the subject, and have about 20,000,000 (twenty million) copies printed and distributed to all householders with the next Highway Code, or in the Income Tax collector’s fifth FINAL DEMAND AND NOTICE,
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The most usual practice appeared to be to joint the poles together and hold these up vertically and about, six feet- apart with one hand, while the tent proper was persuaded to drape itself over the poles with the -other. This is much simplified: if there: are two campers, as one can hold the poles and-the other can do the draping process. The high winds which we experienced round the west coast considerably assisted in providing entertainment for the onlookers in these cases. Half an hour appeared to be a good time where this method was employed, and if a fly sheet was used, anything up to half a day. No wonder some campers complain about the time it takes to pitch and unpitch.
The procedure which Mrs. R.P. and I have found effective enables the two of us to erect a large cottage tent and fly sheet comfortably in 12 minutes. This time was recorded under ordinary conditions, with no special effort being made to break records, so please do not write and tell me in your thousands that you did it 11.59.4/5ths with the wind behind you.
The Medicine—to be taken regularly until proficient One of us places the tent on desired site and pegs down doors at one end, followed by two corners at same end. Then peg down door at other end—if any—and then two back corners. While this is being done, the other joins poles together and places pegs in ground in approximate positions for head lines. We each insert one pole and loop head
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lines over pegs. Corner and side lines are then pegged out by one, while the other fixes extensions for fly sheet, and then, both together, the fly sheet is carefully lifted:on to the extensions, and the lines attached ‘to the same pegs as-used for’ corner. and: side: lines. My fiy -sheet-has-the same. number of guys as the tent has side lines, and I have found that even in the strongest gale in which I ever hope to camp, the pegs quite effectively held both tent and fly sheet absolutely firmly. This saves pushing in four or six extra pegs as well as extracting them again, gives a neater appearance, and there are fewer lines for inexperienced callers to fall over. If a fly sheet is used it is advisable to peg down all the walls at the bottom before fitting it, as otherwise they become rather inaccessible. Incidentally that tip about using one peg for two purposes would only apply if extensions are used for the fly sheet. With the throw over type I am afraid that separate pegs would have to be used, or otherwise it would not be possible to keep the fly sheet from touching the top of the tent, in which case it would be useless in wet weather when it is most needed.
About Tandems.
Somewhere in the West Countree we noted a couple with a tandem going up a hill which was too steep for them to ride in comfort—we were going down incidentally. The male insignificance was pushing at the handlebars in the approved manner, but the feminine crew, instead of being about a 100 yards behind picking blackberries or stroking the nose of a horse over a five barred gate, was away out in front hauling on a tow rope hitched round the head tube. From the display of energy it almost looked as if she was helping.
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THERE IS TROUBLE FOR SOMEONE.
After each severe frost or howling gale the newspapers report startling stories of loss and damage costing Many hundreds of thousands of pounds,
The Crystal Palace fire became world news,” and the successful activities of jewel thieves are garded as of only slightly less general interest than the latest Test Match or political cr
But what is of more importance to the average householder are the less spectacular occurrences which happen around him daily and which are rarely reported in the national papers,
After each heavy frost or furious gale the local pluinbers and house repairers are working at high pressure to repair the costly damage which has been done,
Who pays
ach time the local fire engine dashes along the street, each time a private house is burgled, someone, somewhere, is faced with heavy financial loss,
Again, who pays?
Fortunately much of the cost of repairing the damage is met by insurance, but much has to be met by the unfortunate owners who happened to be caught uninsured,
‘The annual cost of adequate insurance for houseowners and householders is so small, and the possibilities of loss are so wide and varied, that it is extremely unwise to remain uninsured,
‘The C.LS. has recently reduced its rate for the coluprehensive insurance of household contents from 5/- to 4/- for each £100 worth of goods insured.
‘The comprehensive policy covers houseowners (and householders) against all the serious risks of loss to which they are exposed (including fire and burglary), and provides valuable indemnities against the heavy incidental losses arising out of the more serious household accidents, The whole of this valuable cover is given under one policy for a small inclusive premium,
For household fire insurance (contents) the rate has been reduced from 2/- to 1/9, and for burglary insurance also from 2/- to 1/9 for each £100 worth of household goods insured.
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MARX FOR THE
Of all the economists that the Capitalist system has produced, the one whose name is known best, whose name arouses the greatest controversy and whose name is constantly in the world’s press, is Karl Marx. Every educated person is aware that his most famous book is CAPITAL. Probably the vast majority of them think that CAPITAL is a book on the economics of Socialism. Actually, it is the most famous of all examinations, not of a Socialist system but of the Capitalist system. There can be little doubt that every person who takes a real interest in public affairs ought to be familiar with at least the main aspects of Marx’s examination of the existing economic system.
CAPITAL, however, is a very large book. In fact it consists of three large volumes which
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only the student will ever read through. Consequently the average person who wishes to get a grip of Marx’s views is very glad to read one of the several outlines of Marx’s theories that others have written. One of the very pest of these outlines is the ECONOMIC DOCTRINES OF KARL MARX, by Karl Kautsky. Kautsky at the height of his powers was one of the greatest of Socialist scholars. The English edition of Kautsky’s book has been out of print for some time, but the National Council of Labour Colleges has now issued a cheap edition. In consequence, Kautsky’s book, which consists of over 250 pages, can now be had for 2/6, or 2/9 post free, from the National Council of Labour Colleges, 15, South Hill Park Gardens, London, N.W.3.
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“THE WORLD IS
MY COUNTRY.”
By J. RUSSELL MORRIS.
HENEVER the would-be writer sets out upon the path to journalism he is always confronted with stern and heavy warnings Keep your articles free of egoism.”’ Don’t use too much of the letter ‘1I’.’’ Don’t write about yourself.” And between you and me, it’s the very devil. Moreover, in my opinion, it’s simply a matter of bluff and tactics, and that’s why I'm going to tell you of a few things I’ve discovered since I was tricked into becoming Secretary of a Union.
As Union Sec. I thought my biggest difficulty would be getting ideas into the heads of other people. Ino longer regard this as a difficulty it’s a sheer impossibility. And besides not allowing you to put things into them, Clarionettes have some unwritten law about getting things out of them. I mean to say, have you tried selling tickets or raising a donation in your section? Socialists, I sometimes think, are Scotsmen in disguise. (I hope Alex will forgive me for that).
But there is one point upon which I find all Clarionettes agree. With the exception of a disgruntled few, all are convinced that their section is easily the best of all sections. Every section, of course, cannot be the best section. If every section is the best section, then all sections are the same, and there is no best section.
This must be one of those problems that men have thought about for years and have gone grey-haired into the bargain. We see the same thing in other matters. Which country is the best in the world? A great many of us think Great Britain holds that title but the Frenchman believe that is the honour of France. The Jap, German and Italian have no qualms on the matter—it is Japan, Germany, and Italy, as the case may be. In the same way, the Russian regards Russia as being infinitely superior to other countries. If we look upon this problem with an open mind (as we should upon all problems) then we see how difficult it all is. We have to consider so many good qualities and so many bad points and weigh them all up. We naturally believe our country to be the best, because we know it so well, and have an interest in it, and this interest gives us a love for our country. Change
the words country for section’? in this last sentence, and we see how all of us believe our particular section to be the best.
Now I think you will agree with me that besides having an interest in the section we should also have an interest in the national affairs of the club. If we all took for a personal motto The whole club is my section,” and we acted on it, then we would strengthen our club a hundred-fold. Moreover, our friendship would go out not only to the members of our particular section, but to the members of every section. For this reason we should take an interest in the peoples and affairs of other nations.
The chief interests of yours and mine are food, work, leisure, and the means of enjoying leisure—cycling. These are the interests of ordinary folk all the world over, whether they live in France, Italy, or America. These interests require no defence’? by armed forces—rather, to better them, they do need the co-operation between all peoples. It was the international friendship between cyclists that brought the upright frame and derailleur gear to this country.
This year at Antwerp, as you are aware, there will be an International Olympiad. Its main purpose is to create and strengthen bonds of friendship between nations. Athletes will come from all over the world. They will come from shops, mines and factories, and on the field of international sport will compete with their fellow-workers of other lands. Unfortunately, the Great Ones of the earth are not interested in it they are too busy piling up armaments. This is our Olympiad and that it why Comrade Sugden sent you those Antwerp stamps.
If you have a delight in cycling and a love for your fellow-men, then you can have no love for war. We cannot all go to Antwerp, but we can play a part in its success. Is if asking too much that you buy only two of those 1d. stamps You can stick them on your note-paper with a little varnish, on the mudguard of your bike. Be a sport, and get two of them. You'll get a kick out of it, and you'll certainly help to make this a safer and better world.
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THE CLARION COCKPIT. Sir, Trailer Danger to Cyclists.
May I appeal to all drivers of vehicles towing a trailer to use especial care when passing cyclists? On an_ inside bend, the trailer—of whose presence the cyclist is quite unaware— is apt to cut the rider very closely, and many fatal accidents have occurred.
After the passing of a faster vehicle, the bicycle or motor cycle often swings an inch or two out. The space between the towing vehicle and its trailer is, I believe, five feet allowed by law, an ample distance for a cyclist, thinking that he has been safely passed, to swing slightly outwards and receive the impact of the trailer.
In the absence of a special warning note on the horn of vehicles carrying trailers, T plead for the utmost consideration to be given to cyclists and motor cyclists.
Yours faithfully, FRANCES J. URRY,
(For National Committee on Cycling)
A Record Dear Comrade,
Under the heading of Propaganda you enquired as to whether it was a record for three Clarionettes to be on a Trades Council. I am proud to say that our Section has six members on the Southampton Trades Council. Is this a record
Boots J. FREEMAN.
Education. Dear Comrade,
T enrolled last year for an N.C.L.C. Course on Socialism and found this of such practical value that T enrolled for a Course on European History. T am finding the second as informative and interesting as the first. There are fifteen other Courses to choose from.
The cost of a Course to students who are members of our club is limited to postage and writing materials. Considering that the Course lasts from three months to a year, the total outlay is very little in comparison to the educational value.
A period of three weeks is allowed for the completion of the written work on a lesson, so that even students who are active in the movement can earmark sufficient time for this.
If any point perplexes the student he has only to write to the N.C.L.C. and assistance is forthcoming.
When a student completes his Course he is (Continued at foot of next column).
AN IRISH TOURING EPISODE. By ALBERT WINSTANLEY.
was one of those tiny wayside cottages only
found in Ireland. White-washed walls, thatched roof, and a tangle of roses growing round the door. There it stood simply inviting us to come in.
Shure come in sorrs”’ was the reply to our request for tea. She was a typical old Irish lady clad in rough work-a-day clothes, and she bade us sit down and make ourselves at home.
A turf fire burned merrily away in a corner of the little cabin-like room, the smoke escaping through a hole in the roof. From a huge cauldron suspended over it she poured boiling water into an old teapot, blackened with use, which she placed on to the burning turf. Four eggs in a little pan were soon boiling away.
When seated she placed on a table a huge cake of that famous Irish soda bread, saying “You don’t mind home-baked cake do you sorrs.’’ It was the biggest cake I had seen, fully eighteen inches in diameter and resembling a huge scone, and with a dexterous use of the knife she commenced to cut chunks from it.
It was a meal fit for a king, and when we had finished she strongly refused to take anything in payment, saying, Shue it’s nothing for that sorrs,”’ and it was with great difficulty that we managed in the end to persuade her to take something.
We left that tiny cottage with a God bless you sorrs, nay you have a good journey,” and we rode away filled with the warm hospitality of these kind-hearted Irish folk.
Such little incidents as this add to the pleasure of the finest holiday there is—on tour with a bicycle.
awarded a certificate assessing the quality of his work.
Close on 700 Clarionettes have already studied Postal Courses. Any Clarionette who fails to apply for one of the Courses advertised is renouncing an advantage that many workers are paying a guinea for.
The N.C.L.G. conducts between 7,500 and 8,000 postal courses every year and is advertising for more students. Its only interest in increased membershin is its desire to see that every worker should take advantage of the educational opportunities offered.
When I have completed my present Course I shall certainly proceed to a third.
R. JEFFRIES.
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_KLARION KID. By R.C.W.
HEN I gro up iam going to be a clarion just like daddy and showt owt boots and cumanavwun. I kno a nofful lot about byks and how direurillious geres work except when they woant when that red chain jumps when daddy thinks I cant here him and mama says jon and pulls my helmet over mi eres but i peek out of the sydcar and daddys veri good i cant here him good now but I think hes praying. But daddy cheers up when he gets a cuppate, and he sings he sings offul good he sings so offul good the Klub. hurrys out to tell everybody he sings so offul good. Sumtimes the villagers tell daddy to go to let somebody els here him singing so offul good, but daddy just says their a big d well, tootin hes goin they doant aper- appre- like good singin. I kno an offul lot abowt Soshlism. Soashlism _is what the pamflets are all about that daddy puts in the syd car with Me and the Klub distrir- destribi- gives out. Wuns i gave one to a Man in a villag but he didnt rede it much he throuh his hans in the air and sed, blesmisol i shl notifi the orthortis, but he was offul ignoarant he wor his colar the other way rownd. But daddy was pleesed he laffed ha ha. Ha ha he laffed to mama, holiwillis don like ththrooth, and mama laffed ha ha. But daddy didnt laff ha ha cummin home. The Wind was a Bezer and the persha- pespitsweat dripd of his noas and pinged on the Bell, i laffed ha ha, but daddy sed you can laff but you waite u wait, when i’m an olman maik you shuv me around.
But wen we got home.i sed 0 no I’m going to have a Mama to shuv me aroun jus like you daddy. an T’ll like her an offul lot like you sed abowt mama when we had the aksident and she was lying offul still.
And mama held on to daddys hans, and towsled his hare and they laffed but not ha ha mama looked offul nice but not crying jus nerely. And they hugged me andi got stayin 1 an owr lait and daddy red the forward owt fo us but the words wer offul big, and mama asked daddy to sing and he sang not loud like alwais but soft mama cuddled me and laffed to daddy but not: ha ha but i went to slepe
“YORKSHIRE EVENING NEWS” RALLIES. May 8th 9th—Wetherby. June 19th 20th—Wentbridge. Sept. 11th 142th—Yorkshire Clarion Club House, Menston, Nr. Otley.
SIMON SIMPLELIFE DISCUSSES CLUB RUNS.
CLUB runs is the subject to-day—t’ club run being of course no relation to t’ hen run or t? monkey run.
T’ Club run isn’t a run at all, it’s a ride, to somewhere you don’t'reach, in company with several other mental unstables (unstable on their bikes and off ’em), and it is usually done in the pouring rain behind some clubmate without a mud flap.
When you get to the place you didn’t set out for you scrap like Fllen Terry for a bow] of muddy water and the portion of the towel which your lady friend hasn’t adorned with lipstick, you feel in your bag for the lunch which still reposes on the drawing room table (Drages, bob a week) and you park twelve round a table for four, pay fourpence for the other eleven to drink two cups of tea to your one, and end up by being deafened by the unmusical wheelers in a combined silly symphony.
Having not looked at the objects of interest which you didn’t know were in the district, you spring at the captain’s whistle to the stack of bikes under which is your own, salvage it, mount, and then get frozen to the marrow waiting whilst your lady friend adjusts her complexion.
Repeat the mixture as given before lunch, substitute tea for lunch, add several punctures (never your own) one pile up, half a dozen summonses for failures to stop al halt signs and there you have a club run (I hope not).
B.S.A. RALLY. The fourth annual rally of ‘Midland cycling clubs, jointly organised by the
4 National Glarion C.C., the C.T.C. and the N.C.U., will take place this year on Saturday, May 22nd, eon fhe S.A. Recreation Ground, Hillock Road, Small Heath, Birmingham. Among the prizes to be won during the afternoon are the B.S.A. Cup for the team scoring the most points, and the Cyclo Opperman Plaque for the
Percy Wyld, as seen by our Cartoonist,
runners-up.
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EDITORIAL.
HE General Council of the T.U.C. have been invited to give evidence on accidents to cyclists before a committee appointed by the Transport Advisory Council, and have agreed to do so.
The Council decided that a draft memorandum should be circulated to affiliated Trade Unions and Trades Councils for their comments. In the light of these comments the final memorandum will be decided upon for submission to the Transport Advisory Council.
Among the points upon which information is sought are the following (a) Cycle tracks whether desirable or other-
wise (b) whether a requirement for the provision of efficient brakes is practicable or desirable the relative merits of red rear reflectors and red rear lamps whether loading of pedal cycles with parcels, etc., should be subject to regula-
fions
whether ‘careless’ riding should be made
an offence
whether racing and speed trials on a
public highway should be prohibited
whether riding two or more abreast should be prohibited (see Highway Code, paragraph 66) whether compulsory third-party insurance of cyclists should be introduced
(i) whether any system of registration and/ or licensing of cyclists and/or cycles is practicable or desirable whether cyclists should be required to report accidents as in the case of drivers of motor vehicles.
Clarionettes who are members of Trades
Councils should do their utmost to see that
the cyclists’ point of view on the above ques-
tions is discussed. (Continued at foot of next column)
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SECRETARY’S REPORT.
Y the time this report appears, the 42nd Annual Meet will be history. Unfortunately, we cannot get the Conference reports in for the April issue, but they will appear in full in the May issue, and this must be taken as official instead of the usual procedure in duplicating copies for each Section. The recent report under the title of Food for Thought,’ which was sent to all Sections, should be good propaganda when discussing the benefits with unattached cyclists. This report is added to each month in the journal, and notes should be taken by members for similar use. A list of the February payments appears in this issue.
Please note the following alterations for the caterers’ list in the 1937 handbook. The Wayside Café at Meriden is now owned by Mr. J. Piper. The prices under Mrs. Cockayne, Weston-super-Mare should be: Bed and Breakfast 4/-; Tea 1/-; Dinner 2/-. Please make these alterations in your handbook. Mrs. Lodge, Main Street, Bingley, is now deceased, and that Café business does not exist.
Hoping that everyone who attended the Meet had an enjoyable time. E.S.
The provision of special tracks for Cyclists, and the Motorists’ Campaign to foist upon us rear lights and to force us to ride in single file, is designed to give a clear road for increased speed for motorists.
Speed is the greatest single cause of accidents as has been repeatedly proved. Why is this not dealt with in a more direct manner, such as forcing manufacturers of motor vehicles to fit governors? Why not, instead of trying to remove the victims of the accidents off the
road, remove the cause of the aceidents THE EDITOR.
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POTPOURRI.
By THE MIXER.
Snowed off.
On the morning of the last Sunday in February, I should have been twirling the pedals in the local C. and A.C’s. low-gear 95." but when I peeped out at 6.30 a.m. the roadway was covered with a thick carpet of virgin snow, and the flakes were still coming down thick and fast. I did, however, venture forth, intending to get to headquarters, but I had got only a couple of miles from home when the conviction was born upon me that racing, for that day, was most decidedly off. The east wind was whipping the snowflakes along horizontally, and the combination of wind, blinding snow and treacherous carpet underfoot would have made R. Amundsen, Esq. think twice. I turned tail and struggled back to home and bed. That was the first time I have given in to the weather, and the experience of climbing into a warm bed at 7.30 a.m. was distinctly novel, and not at all unpleasant. In the afternoon, Milady and I donned our stoutest footwear and walked down to the rendezvous. The wind still blew, but the snow had ceased to fall and the sun shone brilliantly. Hoary old Pendle made a magnificent picture, and Longridge Fell and Fairsnape seemed twice their usual height in the clear, cold air. At the Clubhouse we learned from the huddle of fellow-clubmen around the stove that the timekeeper had defied the elements and had arrived, moist but triumphant at 7.30 a.m. There was not one racing man to
welcome him! Shame on ‘em I say
Revolutions.
There is, in some quarters, a strong advocacy of lower gears for racing men, and the advocates always point to the superior speed of the Continental roadmen (who in general use gears lower than are usual over here) as conclusive evidence that a low gear need not mean a low speed. We are told that coureurs in foreign classics think nothing of pedalling gears in the neighbourhood of 72” for hours on end at around 24 m.p.h., but personally I am not sure that at such speeds they are pedalling all the time. The late Vernon Blake pointed out some years ago that in France the racing men had a habit of alternating short bursts of fast pedalling with short spells of freewheeling, even when racing along level roads. This practice is physiologically sound, and has a parallel in the action of the heart which rests two-fifths of a second after every beat. V.B. admitted that although he con-
sidered the habit to be an ugly one, the speeds attained proved its efficacy, but I do not think
-such a method could be adopted successfully
by English roadmen, for freewheeling while being whirled along in the shelter of a peloton is all very well, but anyone who has ridden unpaced knows that speed falls immediately effort ceases, and the expenditure of energy needed to restore the speed lost would more than offset the benefit gained by the slight rest while freewheeling. Whether or not this method is current among French roadmen I cannot say, but in any case, the variable gear is now universally used where permitted, and as top gears range from 80” upwards, it is possible that the Continentals are tending to make greater use of gears more in accordance with home practice.
Theme Song.
so that the work done by the Traffic Commissioners does not seem to have been wholly in vain.’’—(Vide Press).
If you will pass the psaltery I will psing to you.
Tra la la la, Tra la la la
We are the merry Commissioners.
We are the lads who save the lives
Of brothers and sisters, husbands and
wives.
Thanks to us the toll of the road
Which used to be so fearful,
Has grown so small
That e’en withall
The outlook’s distinctly cheerful. Tra la, Tra la.
We are the chappies who matter. We are the guys who lay down laws That treat all alike as everyone knows. And when in your breast you feel rising Feelings of bliss so sweet, Remember it’s us ‘Who’ve enabled your bus To burn up expensive concrete.
It’s us, It’s us!
Nobody else could have done it.
We've painted the roads in yellow and white
And made groves of beacons spring up in a night.
And if.now and then there’s a spill,
Don’t let feelings run high.
Surely you know
‘Where you're gonna go,
There’s a place for us all in the sky
In the sky. By and by!
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CLAIMS PAID TO MEMBERS DURING FEBRUARY. Personal Accident,
Cert. No. Section. £'s, d. 3 West Birmingham gh Bey, Dagenham and Romford 110 0 8084 Richmond a 3.0 9 23860 Aston’ (Birmingham) £Oere East Ham 5 115 Bradford 2 OO Ossett and Horbury 1 0 Church and Oswaldtwistle ioral Shipley a din 12 10 East Manchester 21 Grimsby 2 0:50 Birmingham A.} £00
Total: £14.17 9 Third Party Claims for February.
1164 Clitheroe 2 de 2 0 (Assessing) 10°3
Plus £117 17 3
NORTH LANGS. CLARION GC, and A.C, The Jow-gear 95.7 promoted by the above club, was run off on the 7th March, having been postponed on the Feb. on account of snow. J, Mullineux, Bolton Section, proved an easy winner, his time of 1.13.43 being an excellent one on a morning that wi endered hard by a biting east wind, and representing a pedalling-speed on a 63” gear of nearly 100 r.p.m. F, Hubbard, Bolton, was second with 1.19.11, and R, Bamber third with 1.19.22. Hubbard, with 6}-mins., took first handicap with Mullineux 2nd and Bamber 3rd, At a general meeting of the club later in the day, a Constitution was adopted and plius were discussed for giving recognition to a Ribble Valley to Menston and back record HLA.
VALLEY HOUSE.
Now that April’s here we are hoping for better weather, and all the assistance possible will be required to get the tennis courts finished for use in the summer, Any offers will be very welcome, and our new Secretary, Alex Brooks, will be only too pleased to sign you on as a helper.
He is also very anxious to make this a record year for membership, and in view. of the extra facilities grauted to members by the last Shareholders’ mecting, it is to your own benefit—and pocket—to become a member,
Why not bring the Section down for a week-end —we feel sure they will enjoy our good “grub” and lovely surroundings, and our charges compare favourably with other tariffs. Don’t forget to “move” it at the next section meeting, and ask your Sc to write in for details. J.
EAST MIDLAND UNION, The next Union meeting will be held at Kingscliffe on May 2nd. Peterboro’ Section are in charge, and I am assured that an excellent site for camping.is available, The catering T can recommend myself, as I have enjoyed several “full teas” at the Red Lion.”
Delegates from the E.M.U, attended a lecture, on “The Menace of Fascism,” given by Comrade H. N. Brailsford, of the Socialist League, at the Vaughan College. It proved to be an excellent and very illuminating lecture indeed. It was a pity more
Clarionettes did not attend. A report of it will be given at the above-mentioned Meet.
Will Sections inform me of any special activity for inclusion in these notes S.A.M.
LONDON UNION, No need to dwell on Easter—your memories are still fresh; and no need to comment on the L.G. °’—your memories, if not so- fresh, may still be painful. Of course you are still helping the Spanish people in their fight against Fascism Good! Keep it going.
Union Spring Meet, April 18th. Peckham are the hosts, and the Three Horse Shoes,”’ Knockholt, is the venue, The Reliability Trial wil give you all the excitement you want. Make sure of your tea ticket and so avoid a scrappy meal.
The last item on the agenda is May Day. Help to get your Section to turn out 100%. You will find this the most stirring and exciting day of the month.
C.L.w.
MIDLANDS UNION, The Midlands Union have set to work in earnest on the arrangements for the Meriden Peace Demonstration, and hope for the support of all Sections within possible riding distance.
The Dance to be held at the Palais de Danse on Wednesday, April 28th, in aid of the Spanish Workers Fund, we hope will be a huge success, and that we shall be able to give a large donation to assist our Spanish comrades who are fighting to crush Fascism. Every Section is asked to do their bit, and the Birmingham area Sections particularly are asked to make every effort to sell a large number of tickets every little helps. Tickets 1/6 each, from Union or Section Secretaries.
The Union Camping Section starts activities on Saturday, April 3rd, at Shottery, (See Handbook Camping Fixtures). Every Camper in the Union is heartily invited.
Arrangements are well in hand for the Inter- Union Camp to be held at Cirencester at Whitsuntide. All Sections mect at Fir Tree Farm, Maxtoke, on May 2nd, at 11 o’clock, for May Day Demonstration
SOUTH WALES UNION, The plight of Spain becomes greater with every hour, Intervention,” whines the National Government, may mean war.” But the fine gentlemen of Westminster had no qualms of immediately plunging the nation into war in 1914 to the tune of “Save Little Belgium.” Congratulations to our Seven Sisters Section, who have handed over the sum of nearly £7—the proceeds of a dance—to the International Brigade. Other Sections, please copy.
Our C, and A.C. has decided to hold a Long- Markers event next month. Newcomer to the game of black tights—this is thy chance
(Rain, hail, and snow!" How did we know it would snow on the 28th and 7th, when Union notes have to be in—and were—by the 15th That remains our secret but may we respectively suggest that if you would keep ahead with the times and the
weather you place a regular order for this Journal?)
NORTH EAST C. and A.C, Still more members are wanted to join C, and A.C. It is not necessary to be fast or ride in the events. We are also in need of marshalls. Whether you are interested in racing or not, you can at least do your share by becoming a member. If we can get a good response from the ladies, then races can be arranged for them, It is up to every comrade to help the C. and A.C, to attain a standard of which you will all be proud. RJ.
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SOUTH-WEST LANCASHIRE GHESHIRE UNION. Don’t forget April 18th, at Parbold, for Union Meet. Let’s see those sections who have been conspicuous by their absence lately. Where is proud Liverpool Are the Liverpool gentlemen afraid of their own principles We want to hear more of them, Helsby also—where is that band of enthusiastic youngsters who agreed to join the Clarion? Let’s pull together; your committee will give you their best, but it is you who must set the pace. Make a start by turning up in force at Parbold, and follow this up with Whitsunfide at Shrewsbury. Tf Durham was heyond you, Shrewsbury is not. GE.F,
MID-SCOTTISH UNION. Second Meet in 19387 was held in Coatbridge and District Section’s club room, on 2ist February, at 1 p.m, Lawrence Devlin presided and a huge agenda of important business was carried through, Hon, President, County Councillor P. H. Cook (Secretary, United Trades Councils of Lanarkshire) addressed the meeting on the Youth Movement of Lanarkshire’s magnificent work for the Spanish Aid Funds of two tons foodstuffs and £25, A wellattended meeting was satisfactorily closed at 4.30 p.m,
Mid-Scottish Union Meet will be held at Lesmahagow, Lanarkshire, on 18th April, at 1 p.m., and a full attendance is urged.
West of Scotland Union Meet will be held at Dalry Glen on 1th April, at 2.30 p.m., and in the best interests of this Union’s business, all sections are expected to be present, and be interested in the business. J.8.G.
SOUTHERN COUNTIES UNION, I am pleascd to say that a new section las been formed at Basingstoke. Some of the sections are doing their bit for the
Spanish workers. Most of them have held one or two social functions in aid of Spain, Southampton held a draw, out of which they gave proceeds to the local Labour Party’s Medical Aid) Appeal; they
managed to raise £8 on this,
Portsmouth and Southampton have arranged for several Time ‘Triats to be ran in the near future,
SOUTH-WEST LANCASHIRE CLARION C. and A.C. Note correct address of A. Vale, Hon. Sec, of above, is 160, Gorsey Lane, Warrington, Enter your events in the name of the S.W.L.C.C, and A.C.
Let's lift some cups and team prizes (just to have sonething to hold the juice at the dinner),
Championship for the George” Trophy based on 25 miles, 50 and 100 miles. Help your section to
win the trophy in its first season. First event, the and A.C. 25," first qualifying competition event for trophy. Entry fee 1/-. Send your 6d, subs to the secretary now and he will keep you informed. Second Class Open 25.7 Shrewsbury Union Weekend, See you there A, VALE.
ription
WEST OF SCOTLAND €C. and A.C. This is last intimation re Clarion Cup Race. Sections should pick their riders NOW. Send entries to Alex Taylor, at 41, Aros Drive, Glasgow, S.W There is no fee chargeable to individual riders, Sections pay 7/6 or,30/-, divided by number of competing sections—whichever is lower figure, Entries close April 21st,
Course is Renfrewshire, Glasgow members will “put up” distant competitors,
John Macfarlane had bad luck in recent Glasgow- Stranraer-Glasgow record attempt, Association timekeeper slept in. John could not start. Hopes to try again soon—is presently recuperating” at Tarbert Hotel.
Compendium (1d.) is now ready, Contains many changes in data in N.C.C.C, Handbook.
Confined ‘25’ Forms are now in circulation. Fifty riders expected, A.T.
THE POOLE WHEELERS CYCLING AND ATHLETIC CLUB have arranged with B.S.A, for Petronella to give her lecture, entitled Two Vagabonds in Spain,” in the Liberal Club, Salisbury Road, Parkstone, on Wednesday, April 7th, at 7.30 pam. Admission is by Souvenir Programe, 9d.
PEACE DEMONSTRATION, We are again organising a Peace Demonstration after the Memorial Service
at Meriden on Sunday, May 28rd.
Kuklos, H, Briercliffe, and G. J, Jackson are the speakers, with Councillor C, J. Summons in the chair, Book the date, full particulars can be obtained from the Secretary of the Midlands Union, A. Week-end
Camp will be arranged.
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SECTIONEWS.
Reports should be written in block letters and MUST be sent in from E.
ABERTILLERY. Hibernating season nearly over, old iron coming into the daylight. We shall soon have a club on the road. Held our Presentation Supper on Saturday, Feb, 27th. We were honoured by the Newport Section members, i.e. Chairman, Captain, and Miss Phyllis Cox. Certificates for 100-8 were presented to R. Chandler, Harding, C. Kenward, E. Evans, A. Jordan, and F. and D. Phillips, and I'll say these boys earned them. Social a success, everyone enjoyed themselves. Roads so had that the Newport comrades were forced to stay the night. This spirit brings strength and unity. Unity means Victory for Socialism.
W. EDMUNDS.
A.E.U. We wish to thank all the comrades of the Midland Sections who helped to make our Dance on March 6th the success it was. April 4th—Hoar Cross (Alrewas). April 1ith—Rock (Bewdley). April 18th—Repton Shrubs (Alrewas). April 25th—Sherif Hales.
Saturday, 2nd—Grand Rally of the three National Cycling Clubs at the .A. Sports Ground. We sold more tickets than any other section last year. Can we beat that. record D.D.
ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE. Spring is on the way and fast lads have awakened to life once more and are tottering on their way round the courses. By now George should have reached the time-keeper. The home trainer is working overtime, new rollers and bearings have been ordered, so look out Levenshulme and Stockport! A potato pie gorge celebrated the completion of the club room. Three members were reported missing from work for the rest of the week. Women did the job proper, even Jim and Wag, the dart champs. were dragged off to play musical arms. Rumours are in the air about a tandem. Is this Norman? Training for the club dart championship is more consistent than work “up the road.” Well, that’s all folks, except congrats. Rochdale on fine show at Club’ House. JOE SOAP.”
ASTON. Next Dance will be held at the Acorn Hotel, Erdington, on Wednesday, April 14th. Tickets 1/6 each, from your Section Secretary all’ profits go towards Spanish Aid Fund. May 2nd— toke, lunch at 11.30, Fir Tree Farm, for May Day Demonstra-
tion. BARNOLDSWICK.
Spring heralds the approach of pleasanter
cycling days. The menu of cycling is extensive, luxurious, and as
extravagant as you wish to make it. The breeze that rhythmically flaps the tent of the camper, and fans the cheeks of the cyclist
returning from a club run, is as equally appreciated by the racing
lad when it assists him from the turn. All indulging in the var pastimes of cycling, yet unanimous when acknowledging nature’s gifts. Such is the case when selecting a club. Opinions differ widely, yet all seek the club that has that little something the others haven't got, and meets with his or her purpose. The Clarion is a club with a purpose, its benefits are indisputable, and the badge is more than a name—it is the emblem of good fellowship. During the coming season let our fellowship he our chief adverti
ing medium, D. BARON.
BARNSLEY. hanks again to Comrade G. Dove for helping us to put over owr first annual dinner. We sincerely hope to see him again at an even better “do” next year. Durham is ninety or more miles from here, and many of our boys have been hibernating, so if anyone knows a good cure for ‘Easter knees” he will be welcomed in our camp. “RED AND WHITE.”
BASINGSTOKE. One little Clarionette, very much alive, Worked up some enthusiasm, and then’ there were five; Five little Clarionettes filled’ in a form, ‘And through this amalgamation was the Basing Section formed. Now into some good news, I think that I can delve, By informing all my comrades That our members number twelve.
“STOW-IT.”
BLACKBURN. Several new members have heen enrolled, and it is hoped that membership this year will shew a gain, despite the fact that many comrades have left the district for the Midlands in search of work, About £30 has been raised by the local Spanish ‘Aid Committee upon which Clarionettes are prominent. Racing is now under wa; nd it is probable that an inter-section ‘25 with Accrington Section will be fixed up, while it is on the cards that we will provide a winner at the Fallowfield Sports this year.
BELLSHILL AND MOSSEND has been running all winter, but Sunday, 7th March, was the opening run for the handbook season.
“Rusty”? told some comrades that he would he putting on his shorts, g fashion like; they agreed to do likewise, hut when Sunday ved, there was “Rusty” in plus-fours and the other comrades in shorts B-r-r-r. We are looking forward to_a successful season and intend to do a lot in the fight against Fascism, War and restrictions against cyclists, STEVE CARR.
We went to Stirling. Was it cold? I'll say, and slipper; had
hy the 15th inst. on Official Report Cards. These can he obtained
Sugden.
BIRMINGHAM. 25-miles Time Trial forms from Eric Vale, 12, Alfreda Avenue, Dark Lane, Hollywood, Birmingham. The fourth annual rally of Midland cycling club will take place on Saturday, May 22nd, on the B.S.A. Sports Ground, Small Heath. Numerous prizes to be won, including the B.S.A. Cup for the team scoring the most points, ‘and the Cyclo Opperman Plaque for the runnersup. Bring all your friends, ‘Tickets obtainable from the Secretary.
BOLTON-ON-DEARNE. On Sunday, March 14th, the Section held their 10-miles T.T, The following times were recorded: Ist Fastest, R. Billington, 26-m. 35-8. T. Wilcock, 25-m. 58-s. J. Hurrell, -m. 74-8. Handcap winners: C. W. Allinson, 1st H’cp., 26-m. 14-8. (3). Sanders, 2nd H’ep., 27-m. 37-s. (3). Our lads are competing in the first event promoted by the new S.¥. and L.D. branch of the C. and A.C., and by the time this is published here’s hoping they will be successful. We shall do our best to make the C. and A.C. a success also. B-O-D.
BOLTON. Membership is now 188, Get those friends of yours to join the club NOW. Leaders for runs are required for the next two months. See the runs organiser, Comrade Alf. Brumpton, and let him fix you up with a run, Our racing lads are again the talk of the district; their fame is spreading—and so are their chests. One of our most successful social seasons has now come to a close, and on looking back we realise how much of this success is due to our Social Secretary and his committee, We thank them for those splendid evenings. Also, ‘we thank our unrivalled Dancing Girls.
BURY. Many new friends were (or will be) made at Durham. The next meeting will be at 12, Hazel Avenue, Wednesday, April 7th. W. LEVER.
CAERPHILLY AND DISTRICT. Sorry we didn’t see Durham over the holiday. Shades of Chester remind us of what we missed. Here’s hoping the Meet will be a little nearer S, Wales next year. All in favour say “Aye.” Things must be looking up. Our Capt. ‘bin and bought hiself a rear flap. Gosh, Ralph old man, you should have consulted the committee first. How about some intermeets now that spring is here. Who said that? Any Section oblige? Please write our Sec. Three new members last month. Let’s have more soon. Boots!
CARNWATH. John 8. Gibson has received a stirring and cheering report. from Carnwath Section, revealing the enterprise of, its steadily increasing membership, and that their touring activities are now in full swing, leaving’ Cross, Carnwath, on Sundays at 9 am. ‘They declate that Old Sol is badly needing a Clarion Call.
COALBURN. Club runs for the month:— April 4th—Rouken Glen. lith—Devil’s Beef Tub. 18th—Lesmahagow U.M. 25th—Stoneyburn. We extend a welcome, in N.U.W.M. Hall, Lesmahagow, to all outlying clubs who care to travel on the Saturday to Union Meet in Lesmahagow on 1sth April. Any club accepting invitation please write, and will be met in Lesmahagow. A showing of the film “Defence of Madrid,” in aid of the Second Spanish Food Ship, was a success, and the club intend having another door-to-door collection in the near future. Support your officials, and try to recruit as many new members as possible. M. SMITH.
CLYDEBANK membership continues to increase. Their club room is the L.L.P. Hall (opposite Town Hall), Dumbarton Road, Clydebank, where they meet on Thursday nights. The Secretary is F. Gilmour, 4, George Avenue, Clydebank, who will explain’ the membership conditions to any enquirers. The Section tours to Dairy Glen on llth April, for West of Scotland Union Meeting, 2.30 p.m. 3.9.4.
COATBRIDGE sends greetings to all Clarionettes. Membership going up every week, and Section strong behind our comrades in Spain; £9 gathered. 30 of us going to Durham, and hope to meet old friends there. What the boys would like to know is, when Clarence gets his tandem, does he intend to show Blondie the Shepherd’s Hut; also will George see that Clarence gets his upper lip shaved before he takes him to the youths’ meetings. All Clarions invited to give us a call in passing through. Write Sec. Boots
COLCHESTER is extremely active, although membership is not increasing as yet. By the time this report is in print we shall have held our second Dance, and should be well on the way to getting our tents for the coming camping season. As we cannot attend the Easter Meet we are attempting to organise a local Meet between Southend, Hackney and ourselves. At the moment of writing, Southend has expressed agreement. Buck up Hackney! ‘As an added attraction we have introduced hiking into the Section
and are getting several L.O.Y, members out. JAMES H. W. CARTER.
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COVENTRY. BOOK THE DATE—JUNE 27th, MAXSTOKE, AND DON’T FORGET, I. VAUGH.
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CREWE. We note a slight relapse in sale of journal. Officials are doing their share, will the members please do theirs? “A” and “B” Section idea still going strong. Durham, being out of reach for majority of members, great preparations are being made for an Easter Tour, and a Dance Committee already being organised in preparation for winter season. J. CORELL.
GROOK. We had a pleasant meeting on March 3rd, but Ken was in such a fix, he'll tell you what with, By the way, anybody that gets punctures etc., please inform Kennarth Buris, ‘Phone No. 99 Bonk, Our unlucky member, Clarke, has got fixed up with a cycle now, so we are well away. BB.
DENABY. Runs for April 4th—Torksey for dinner, return to Drakeholes for tea, 11th—Houston Ferry dinner, return Blyth tea. isth—Laneham Ferry dinner, return Redford tea. 23rd—Baslow dinner, return Hathersidge for tea. The times for start are 9 a.m. to 9.30 a.m., unless they are changed by the captain.
C, MARROW.
DRONGAN. The Section’s Annual Social and Presentation of Prizes was held in The Hall, Drongan, on 26th Feb., and a large number ot members and friends turned up to show their appreciation of the deeds done by local lads. The Chairman, Mr. D. Clark, a well-known figure in the social and sporting side of the district, and a keen Socialist propagandist, paid tribute to the grand
performances on the road last season of Drongan members, and alluded specially to the prowess of Gavin C. Stobbs; also to the brothers, John and James Mellwraith,
Sugden, the National Secretary, was an unexpected visitor. We deem it a great honour that he should have given up so much of his valuable time, on his visit to London, to attend our function, and we would like to extend our thanks to him, A, Barnes, M.P., President of the Section, made a fine speech on the Socialist uims and ideals of the club. Comrade Bill Cooper, Chairmain of the L.U., in his speech, made an appeal on behalf ‘of the Spanish Workers and said that all members of the Clarion should consider it their duty to help this very worthy cause, R, PURVER.
EASTLEIGH report very good progress. New members still rolling in, We are holding a Dance in aid of the Spanish Workers; hoping it will go as good as our others have done. We had a good amount of food for Youth Food Ship, which we took up to London on March 13th. We took it to Eastleigh station in a barrow on Friday. John said Let’s go up all the back ways,” but we gav him a good ride back. He liked it until we started dirt trac ing.” FALKIRK. Our club rooms destroyed by fire in January, With the aid of loans the finest club hut in Scotiand has been bought. We are taking it down to transfer it to another site. Shall we be able to erect it again? Maybe we could if we could get in touch with our chairman. Falkirk calling: Were you in Fife, Andy, when the sweat was blinding us?” A dozen members, including Big Tam,” working like niggers. Skilled men in the Clarion—Joiners, Plumbers, etc., write Sec. if you can assist in erection.
FOLESHILL. Runs ior the month are as follows:— April 4th— Fawsley Park (Daventry). 1lth—Abbots Bromley Q.G.M. (Drayton Bassett). 18th—Lickey Hills (Catsy). 25th—Six Hills (Kimeote, Lutterworth). Tea-places are bracketed. °Sno use, the weather is reducing the turnouts to about five a week. Why don’t some of you ‘Thursday-night club-roomers buy bicycles?’ Warning !—The club needs more keenness on bikes and less on table-tennis, billiards and beer! “Bill” ‘Thompson, who rode with us last season is now married and should be referred to as Mr. Thompson. Well, cheerio} C.W.H.
GLASGOW. The Reunion, held 9th March, was a great success, especially the Veterans’ Reminiscences, or ‘How to spill the beans.” The rest of the talent was up to Clarion standard also, except the Wooden Leg—which didn’t come off; perhaps Hughie had the wrong stooge. The Section is preparing to establish a clubhouse near the city, and a committee has been set up to secure a site. R.C.W.
GOVAN. The Section was formed in November, 1936. The duties were carried out by pro tem officials until March ist, 1937, when the following officials for 1937 were elected Chairman, D. Culpan. Gen, Secretary, Treasurer, Miss J. Culpan, 72, Aberlady Road, Glasgow, $.W.1. Captain, D. Culpan, Junr. Committee, S. Dow, Wm. Roddie, D. Culpan, Junr., with Chairman and Secretary. Runs for April 4th—Wallaces Cave. 11th—Dalry U.M. 18th— Rowerdennan. 25th—Ballochmyle Glen. Evening runs from Hillington Road, Mondays and Wednesdays. Boots! J. MURPHY.
GREENOCK. Our first Club Dance proved quite a success, and we are organising a repeat. We have secured a club room, and we hope to have the company of various sections soon. The racing area is being quite regularly used by our racing section, which are shewing good progress under our Racing Secretary, P. Taylor, and Trainer, T. McFadyen. Our Section are realising the necessity for utilising our educational facilities, and we hope for success in the near future, D. BAIN.
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GRIMSBY. We have had our last dance of the season, and the first race! Rough riders, we had four riders and got fastest time
and second handicap. Lost the team r by 10.6 seconds. The next. ea low We intend to take the team prize in the
Grimsby K.R.A. W 21 turned out in the
had a good turnont on the 1th to Althorpe; in, and we log 74.6 miles. P.LS.B.
HANDSWORTH. May 2nd—Maxstoke, for hmeh at Fir Tree Farm and May Day Demonstration. The Midlands Union are providing flags and banners for decorating cycles etc. Bring all your friends! Tickets for Dance atthe Palais, in aid of the Spanish Workers,
obtainable from the Seeret
HARROW AND WEMBLEY recently Clarion on the map in our district. wio is also Racing See. Runs for first month well attended, and would like inter-club runs with other sections, AM communi tions to Sec., 117, Wembley Park Drive, Wembley. More news anon. Greetings trom a lusty infant to its older brothers. HAWTHORN. The Ripon Mect and our Union C. and A.C. Sports at Murton. By now we should be getting the cyclists on the runs and the tough guys taking a back seat. Have you got your subs. paid yet; remember you cannot hit the road till you insure; and what are the racing men doing now? Let's keep the flag flying in all departments—racing, touring, ete., in the struggle to the goal—Socialism. MAC.
reorganised; hope to put Hill climb won by F. Lynn,
KELSBY AND DISTRICT. We would welcome more support on club runs. We ask each member to do his or her bit for the section, Come on, fads, pull your bit; remember your support means a great deal to your club, so jump to it and bring more menbers—all are welcome, Come to it boys and girls, Boots! AF.
that the Captain's post is T. Ramsden; here’s wishlead us. Let. us also hope
HORSFORTH calling! Pleased to say now filled by our very capable comrad ing him-every success, and long may h that Winnie will never take him away from us. ‘The number of members on our register has reached 26. Not bad, ch? We started with 5, only 8 months ago, and hope to have 55 before our Ist hirthday; so come on, lads, do your bit and fetch that pal of yours; you might lift the prize which we offer for enlisting most inembers. THE LONG
Parr was more suespite ot one of our union officials
k previous at their scction dance that
we were Ince, near Wigan, mind you! What docs it
we come from China, we are all one club collectively,
Thanks to A. Rigby and the 24 who came from Ince by motor
coach, led by Jas. E. Sharples.
KENSINGTON. Held Dance in aid of Antwerp Fund. Well supported by Fulham Section, Looking torward to Easter Camp with Richmond, Fulham, Wembley and Hendon. Our fair-weather boys are getting their old irons out, but they are very slow ahout it. Come on, shake a leg, and get that new member to sign on the dotted line! Boots!
KILMARNOCK. This sestion will play any other section ab foothall. ‘Thanks Greenock for a yery enjoyable game at Crawfurdland, and we hope to meet again. ‘The racing is now in full swing and Killie would like to see some of the Ayrshire lads in the first iweive of the Scottish B.A.R. championship, and why not? Did not one of our lads run second to the ‘Invincible Brinkins at Inchinnan, and if he had known the course better he would have been still nearer. PUNG.
INCE-IN-MAKERFIELD. The Dance held in cessful than expected, in
stressing the fact the w
LEEDS. Any members who may be interested in youth hostels please note that the Secretary, H. Wade, is arranging a club
hostel week-end for April 24th. Kettlewell Y.H. is to be the venue members and wish to give
and any members who are not Y hosteling a trial, are asked to give their names to him so that he can arrange for invitation cards for them, The run on that date is to Goyden Pot. Our fast(?) men are now in strict training again, their winter pastimes of jazzing, smoking, drinking and “‘wimmin’’ being cast aside. Report says one chap went to Hawes via Wharfedale, then down Wensiydale, to get to Ripon. Just for training, enthusiasm or madness
LEICESTER. On behalf of the Section, may wish Mr. and Mrs, Smith of Sileby “easy wheeling” for the future, The Spanish ‘Aid Dance was a huge success, and over £2 has been raised to assist our comrades with the International Column, Red Front.” ‘The stewardess at the Clarion club room informs me that the day and night service has been suspended; the club room will definitely close at 2 a.m. in future, I’ve heard that R. Slatter can’t decide
whether to buy anew “iron”? or a set of specially made darts. S. A, MOTTRAM.
LEIGH. Roll up Clarionettes and support the racing lads’ Dance, to he held in the Co-op Hall, April 10th. We expect the Warring: ton and Bolton Seetions to rally round and hear a good band. ‘Tickets from Mr. RB. Emmison, 61, Maple Crescent, Leigh. Heartiest weleomes. to all ior. club invitation run, April Lith, and at the Labour Club Room, Friday nights. Boots]
LEWISHAM. We are pleased to report satisfactory progress. It seems that a well-known member of our gang has made quite a reputation for lady-killing in a big way. Look out J—, Deptford and Peckham won't let you forget it quickly! Baseball training is in full swing. Who said rounders? We're all looking forward
to the London Union Meet at Knockholt on Sunday, 18th April. NINETY-NINE.”
LEYTON beg to report a highly successful Dance, run off in conjunction with the local Labour Party on March 13th. Regret that the Paper Chase results promised in our last report are not forthcoming, as the event was postponed, since the date for it coincided with the low Leb me whisp
hit The Leyton Butterfly Brigade is reminded that Spring i now. With us again inlly) and that the remainder of the tion carnestly desires to be relieved of its Micawber-like funetion of waiting Tor members thereot to turn up. ¥WALB.
MANCHESTER. At last, Spring is with us, and more members out on club mins. Where do these members go in the winter-time? Do they hibernate! or perhaps their irons might get dirty, who knows! Are we to have Saturday afternoon runs? Members who Starting in May a chuy
un will be held
are interested, speak up. every Wednesday evening to “Valley House,” meeting top of Kingsway at 7.30 p.m. When will our Sub-Captain clean his bike?
Members please “Section News,” D. G. MeKIE.
L have often wondered what colour it really is. ews of great importance will be in the May edition. Reserve your copy now.
“RHONDDA. Member looking forward to the 50 in 3 hrs, It’s going to b nse of “dont go without me.’ Runs
for March 7th—Union Meet, 10.30 a.m. lith— Abergaven 10 am, 2Ist—50 miles in 3 brs. 28th—Lhantwit| Major, 10.30 am, A, THEODORE.
NELSON report that the attendances on club and meetings are improving. ‘The Sec. is arranging a recruiting campaign. So in the coming year, who knows? our Section will be a hundred-fold. We also report ‘that we have several new members enrolled. Be determined to help our See. with his campaign, and let our slogan be: Carry on, Little Moscow.” May we wish our fellow Clarionettes all the best till next month, THE WASPS.
NOTTINGHAM. By the time you read this many of us will no doubt have added yet another Kastcr ribbon to our collection and fresh material for our Section p book.” Recent cyclists” Dance greats We sold most tickets and Hileen gob into Roller finals but couldn’t quite pull it off. Members are requeste to do everything they can to put Long Eaton Scction on its tee
again. HM.L. OLDHAM. Have got over the social season and mana cd to get to the final of the O.D.C.U. Medal Comp. Kuklos excelled
himself at Valley House on the 15th. Sorry to hear he is retiring from the lecture platform, but hoping he will carry on his good work, ALN.
lub room.
ORMISTON. Table nis Tournament was held in th The two marricd men in the chub inet in the final, so some of the
wise guys said that they must be practising with their wives. in the house, However, B. Bairgrieve beat P. Sinclair, the score being 2117. Aiter the final, it was found that the winner had been in the habit of playing his wife in the club room, but you know what women are, every time she got beat she took the pet. ‘A. Walkingshaw won the dominoe tournament, beating N. Moreland in the final. P.W.S.
OSSETT AND HORBURY. The leaders for the Section’s competition for the attendance prize are as Tollows: H. Crowther, 25 pts., A. Downing and BP. C. Godwin, 22 pts. each. Membership still increasing. Comradé A. Downing and myself have been clected on the Committee for the Yorkshire Evening News Rally, Next Committee Meeting of the Y.E.N. is on Sat., April 3rd, at Leeds. Where is the Camping Section? We shall want a Secretary for this Section; does anybody want this position; plenty of work and
no pay. Names and particulars should be sent to the Sec. b. C. GODWIN.
PADDINGTON. Getting splendid results in second Food Ship campaign, and hope all other Sections are doing the same. Congratulations to Joe on his election as Vice-Captain. Hard luck Rita! Just
two votes more and we'd have had a lady Vice-Captain. Would that have made us jump to it! And I bet we’d leave on time! Getting quite used to our Captain forgetting his report. Hope
Ann (H) will remind him. H. HOTCHKIN. not quite as well represented in the N.L.U, low gear event as was at first anticipated, but will open the eyes ot our eritics later on! Our Gym is now under full swing, and what With the ammonia. smelling cmbro. and B.O, (body odour), is enough to reduce the other enthu novices to take camping up instead of cycle racing! Sorry, Road Time ‘Trials? With apologies to onr M.O.T. Rumours are around that a late tandem crew of ours ure contemplating getting mixed up seriously.
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PAISLEY EASTERN. Kipling’s famous couplet that Bast is Bast and West is West and never the twain shall meet doesn’t apply any longer. This Section now shares club rooms with the Western Wheelers, and amity and good fellowship is over all. An inter-elub campaign to rope in the unattached is under way. Big results are expected. In spite of wintry weather, club runs are well attended. The “Slow,” or should say “Touring” ion, continue to demonstrate the truth of the old fable of the Tortise and the Hare. R. HALL.
PENYGRAIG. Hill Climb held on the 7th day of March, 1937, won hy E. V. Moyle. 2nd, D. Burrows, 3rd, K. A. Aston. Time-keepers, ‘The Old Man and J. Slade. Here’s hoping to see you Porth boys in the 5 Tf you can ride as you can talk, it is a snip for you. New Social S J. Nicholas. You Porth fellows, why don’t you run up to see us sometimes? We will have our gas bag” there. W. J. NICHOLAS.
PETERBOROUGH. Our Dance was a financially, socially, and as propaganda. Membership again on increase. The hibernating racing members are starting to crawl out of their
success,
burrows. The race is an inter-club Clarion v. Corinthians. Last year they licked us, and this time we are hoping for revenge. This Section has collected siderable amounts, both of money
Keep twiddling.
and foodstuffs, for the K. F. BRYAN.
panish Work:
PONTYPRIDD. Congrats to our Seeretary for the new club room, which will be open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 p.m. Hearty invitation to all, Nippy’s answer is a tandem, Best of luck to them., All our ing men are fit for the record to Cardiff and
back. Here’s wishing them best of luck. IB.
PORTH. We were all sorry to hear that the two gunners of our Section got snowed up whiie looking for a Pop Shop. What about the raised hands, Sonny? Yo all members who haven't seen Wickey and Oswald, glad to say he is getting on O.K., but the weather is a bit cold for Oswald, but never mind, shorts are about to be worn. WICKEY.
ions of the cup donor's supper ittle doubt about the necessary enthusiasm on the part of the members; how many of you are going to prove that there is no room all for any such doubt? There appears to be no serious opposition for the time tri unless of course the real sporting element of the section commence training; 1 refer to the ladies. Which of you can show that you are worthy of the club’s interest in the city’s proposed racing track? How about giving the matter a little serious thought? JH.
POTTERIES (Premier). My imp speech was that he had some
PRESCOT. We have now moved to a larger club room, The address is, Rear of Heyes’ Fruit Stores, Kemble St., Prescot. Open eve night, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. To Betty, George, aud Jefl—We shake you by the hands for your fine rides in Warrington Section’s 100in-7,” and to the rest—better luck next time. Our application for affiliation to the Liverpool Time Trials Cycling Association met with success. Now comrades, don’t forget the $.W.L. and C. Union Meet at Shrewsbury, at Whitsuntide. It is up to you to make this the best Union Meet that has ever been held.
FLOREAT PRESCOTIA.”
PRESTON. Gilad to report still further progr Arty, Crasher and Jim, tbe football tends, stiff joints, and groans trom others. Freewheel Competition held March’ 7th,’ Some of the bikes oiled with rusty nails; the girls did their bit. enjoy their round table conference near the tire.
Several of the gang Tan-fan, good
old gang. Harry’s war cry, a masterpiece. Chuck says here’s sweep. What with Dave and his bat and young (Jud), we are always assured of a good evening's entertainment. Wanted
someone to beat Roland.
REDHILL. We were not represented at Durham, but had a very enjoyable time at Easter. Activities included Herne Hill on Good Friday, and an easy tour round Buckinghamshire on Sunday and Monday. Attendance is now getting better on all runs, but a few old members have not yet “shown a leg.” We're glad that Clapham Section has at last awakened from its long sleep. We hear (irom an unreliable source) that they actually started in the rain several weeks ago. L. PULHAM.
RICHMOND. Having been hung, drawn and quartered at the absence of this Section’s reports jor the past two months, and having only just recovered trom Christmas, 1 again take up my pen and give you news of London’s most progressive Section. We hope to see all London Comrades at our next Dance, at Princes Hall, on Wednesday, 14th April. We are at the moment in the throes of a parliamentary bye-election. Atkins is. still following us about. A. SPACKMAN.
ROCHDALE. At a monthly meeting of the Rochdale Section of Accident Fund Secretary and Treasurer gave a good account of the strong financial position of the club. Nominations for the job
Tommy
of Social Secretary will be accepted at the next monthly meeting.
Now that the social season is ended, members are looking forward $o the camping week-ends, and hope that the weather is better this year. Concert Party was a great suiecess; all the actors should use their disguises when out, on runs—it would be great!
ROTHERHAM announces that its Five entries for the $.Y. and L.D. Union 10-miles ‘T.'P., and if enthus anything to go by, it looks as if we are going to do in the racing world. We had some grand runs last but this year’s will he hetter; we shall have some camping ixed with the mms. See Camping and Racing Secretary,
cing men are on the warpath.
sm great things
R. Copson, for programme, There is still room for improvement in attendance on elub runs, so do your bit. Start next Sunday. AH. SALFORD. Calling London! Beware! One of our Mugs is coming your way. ‘Mont Dean has secured a position. as chemist’s assistant way down South; so behold, get him—he’s a good lad, but may go wrong. The last social function at Pendleton Town
Hall, Sat., Feb. 27th, was another great success, Comrade Curry, our ‘ew Social Sec., put things over excellently, Many thank: are due to our visiting comrades, and it is hoped the fellowship shown will carry our members into other camps. Our monthly meeting are on the second Tuesday in the mouth, at the club room, at the rear of the Pack Horse Hotel, Irlams-o'th’-Height, Pendleton. AH.
SEAHAM. Started our season badly. Just four members turned out. Come on you fair-weather birds, turn out like old times. Our social evenings are a success, thanks to our Secretary, who is a worker, and has the club busivess at heart. If we only had one or two more members the same, well we would have the best ¢lub in the North. You members who read this, take notice of last part and put your hands to the wheel. MAC,
ST. HELEN’S CENTRAL. At our last G.M. Comrade W. Gibson resigued his position as Secretary and E. Ashcroft, was appointed. Our Section is increasing its membership and hoping to get more yet. We are sending five representatives to the Easter Meet at Durham. Hoping some of our fair-weather riders will be turning out next month and enjoy our runs; also some more new members, as we want a big turn out this summer. E. ASHCROFT.
ST. HELEN’S (PARR). Everything going ricely. Ran a succes dance in conjunction with Labour Party, for Spanish Workers. Only one moan: Talk about “In Spring a young man’s faney
turns to thoughts of love.” Bvidently these chaps have not been
hearing Frank’s words of wisdom lately. Anyhow, here’s to a good
week-end at Durham. Look out for St. Helen's red and grey. JOE CROOKS.
ST. HELEN’S (WINDLE). “Haster has gone and Whitsuntide to come.
We hope you enjoyed the Meet at Durham,
For soon without fail, ‘neath a melting sun,
We'll go touring as comrades of the Clarion,
And make our officials say Boots!—Well done.” congrats go out to “S-s-h, it’s only Joe” on his recent Another tandem for sale. Our Sunday rims have been
arriage. rather cold, but the vision of the attendance p brings the “gang” out, even in shorts. To St. Helen's Central Section, we
wish their new Secretary every success in his duties. An addition in membership, 6 last month and more to join. W. PRESCOTT.
STRETFORD. Secretaries please note—We have elected a new committee. The new Secretary is Mr. H. Lamb, 60, Bickley St., Moss
Side, Manchester, 15. Our M.U. Delegate Mr. Roy Lawson, 6, Barlow Rd., Stretford. Our membership is still increasing. Runs for April are: 4th—Chester, 11th—Castleton, 18th—Ribble
Valley. 25th—Monsal Head. Manchester Sections, wake up. What about keeping the first Sunday in May open and demonstrating our hatred of the following: Rear Lights, Cycle Paths, Taxation, and our old enemy, Hore Belisha H. LAMB.
SEVEN SISTERS. Only one of our members turned out on March 7th for the commencement of the Points Comp, The weather was terrible: snow, hail, rain, wind; he braved them all to get his Points. ‘Tough guys, these Romans.” Members now mourn the of the club’s best all-round rider. He has forsaken the bike. e all extend our best wishes to all those who will attend the &.M. at Durham and hope that they will help to make it the success it should be. PAT.
WAKEFIELD. The attendance on runs throughout the winter has
been fairly good, and with the membership steadil are forward to a bumper summer season, Our new Captain is already becoming renowned for his “short cuts;” did
L hear ‘nuff said! Anyhow, they help to pile up the mileage, and we all enjoy them “Cappy.” What a boon the Clubhouse has been this winter. Are you doing your bit to help? GS.
WARRINGTON. Congratulations to Arthur and Lucy, and all the best for the future in their new venture. Note runs rearrangement for April, 4th—White River Camp, _11th—Dane Bridge. isth—25 T.'T. (C. and A.C.). 25th—(Parbold Union Meet). Don't forget that subs. are not like Johnnie Walker—they don’t go on jor ever, but must be renewed. (Verb. sap.) G.E.F.
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WEST BIRMINGHAM. Now that Easter is worse) we shall have to get busy on our Whitsun arrangements. We shall shortly be calling a meeting for this purpose, so if anyhody has any bright. ideas, bring them along. May Day will soon ie here, too, and it’s up to every one of us to turn out on this day. In view of the fact that the M.U. is organising the affair this year, we can onably expect a much bigger contingent than we had last so we must see that our Section is
over (for better or
represented. very strongly. Don’t forget, it’s only a Tew days before the Coronation Comie Opera. May 2nd—Maxstoke, Fir Tree Farm.
WEST BROMWICH. Warwickshire Janes in Winter—ugh! What would Shakespeare say in '37? Len Was speechless—Did not see
Then there was Needwood Forest Run, but Jack did not dawdle; not enough members for a football team. Lichfield had no eggs, so they charged for the toast. Hoppy’s was the prize run in the first big fall of snow. After tunnelling from Old Hill he came up at Lab. Ch., and tough-like proceeded to Selly Oak alone, There Jack and Dennis are waiting to help plough the lonely furrows. F, L. BOUSFIELD.
WEST MELTON. Secretary: Fred Evans, 12, The Green, West Melton, Nr. Rotherham. Unattached riders taking a better interest, with promises of more. Comfortable headquarters ‘now for club, thanks to Mr. J, Lenton of The Red House. Runs for April 4th—Halifax, 9 am. lth—Aberford, 9.30 a.m, 18th— Buxton, 9 a.m, 25th—Iikley, 8 a.m. F, EVANS.
WEST STANLEY AND DISTRICT. Durham—a vision of the past We now settle down to work, with good spirit and willingness. Stanley members are getting down to member-hunting. In a distressed area we hope to be a shining light. We hope J.B.W.B. and E.K. are still in the good old Clarion in Coventry. Best wishes to them. Well, Stanley members, remember the following times:— April 4th—Otterburn, 9 a.m. M1th—Witton, 10 a.m. 18th— Richmond, 9 a.m. 25th—Bedale, 9 a.m. Come in crowds, the more the merrier, and just a big, happy family. Don't forget, tough guys. G.H.B. WIGAN, Easter! And good weather, we all hope! And a valianthearted trail of pilgrims to this year’s Mecca” of Clarionettes, Durham. It is rather disappointing to see no Wiganers making the trek, but like a lot of other things at this period, Wigan Sec, has suffered the setback of disharmony. Strange how that mighty army “The Workers” will persist in keeping its house divided! Ah, well, all things have but a time, and we shall rise again.
OOJAH.”
WORKSOP. Our last social of season a huge success. Thanks to comrades from Swinton and Heanor for their support. Our club room is open every Sunday for catering, and we shall be pleased to welcome any section to Worksop. Members please keep your subs. more up to date, as the expenditure is over-running the income; the upkeep, as you know, is: rent, light, coal, not forgetting the radio relay and other little items. Monthly meetings are now held first Sunday of every month, to be preceded by a Com. meeting. Runs in 1937 have been well attended, averaging 48 out of a 50 membership. The club runs for April are as follows:— 4th—Lincoln U.M. 11th—Captain’s Run. 18th—Surprise Run. 25th—Hathersage. A. POWELL.
YORK. We now have the billiard table, and we will soon have the table tennis. Some of our members have not yet: paid their subs. It won't be any use being sorry if they meet with an accident. We have got a few new members, but we want a lot more, See what you can do about it. Don’t forget we offer the best benefits obtainable from any club. Easter will be over by time this appears, so don’t forget, all runs start from the club room. D. YATES.
THE FELLOWSHIP.
Still another Meet’ will have come and gone by the time these notes appear, Your National Committee will have met and discussed Fellowship business, The Fellowship has not “gone out,” as many people thought it would; the report is certainly gloomy. It now remains for the Fellowship to alter this sorry state of affairs. More circulation is required for the Clarion Cyclist,” and while every encouragement will continue to be given to the Fellowship Sections which are still active, we must endeavour to get fresh Sections of the Fellowship going. We must go forward or go backwards, so just take hold again amd see what you can do towards wakening things up. Boots! S.H,
LONDON Clarion Fellowship held their 31st Annual Re-union on Saturday, February 27th, when nearly 400 re-united It was a fine night, and many travelled
him in for 3 weel
distances to attend, We were pleased to see the National Fellowship Committee present Comrades Fred Hagger and Bert Lloyd as M.C’s; Percy Harvey's Clarion Orchestra made the night a success for dancers, while old friends and comrades met once again and discussed about the old days and presentday problems! Our meeting on February 17th was addressed by J. F, Horrabin ou The Question of the Colonies,” and was thoroughly appreciated and enjoyed by all who attended,
We shall have a speaker at the meeting on April 2tsi, but no one is booked at time of going to press.
Dramatic Performance, The Clarion Fellowship Players will present Glass Houses,”’ by Walter Ellis, at Transport Hall, Smith Square, Westminster, S.W.1, on Saturday, April 17th, Admission 1/6, in aid of the funds of the Manor House Hospital. Tickets from Mrs. L, Sherry, 2, Mackeson Road, N.W.3.
CLARION VOGAL UNION. We are showing more activities in our choirs, All seem to be busy either giving concerts or holding social evenings, which I think, all will agree, goes to show that the C.V.U. are still a ‘live wire,” even if our numbers are small, We shall have held our annual meeting by the time you read this, and hope that we shall go forward another year and show progress. Gs.
HALIFAX. All local Clarionettes are invited to a concert and dance to be held in the LL.P. Rooms, Halifax, on April 8th, 7.15 p.m, Tickets 1/- (includes tea and biscuits), All are giving their services, and all the proceeds wil be sent to the Spanish Workers’ Aid Fund. Come and spend an enjoyable evening and do your bit for our comrades in Spain. LF;
OLDHAM. Our services have been called up a few times lately, having entertained at one or two various “Fireside” evenings at certain chapels in the town. It has been greatly appreciated; it has also helped to arouse more interest in the choir, We are improving in membership lately, but still in need of lady members. M.S. ROCHDALE. We are looking forward to meeting all the choirs’ delegates at the annual meeting, and to arranging our summer programme, Our rehearsals are fairly well attended. We need new members of all parts. You cyclists in Rochdale who read these reports, why not tell your friends if they are interested in singing? Come and join us! Rehearsals —Friends Meeting House, George Street, Wednesday evenings. MANCHESTER, We are holding a Social Evening sometime in April, Date will be announced later. We are hoping to see many old members and friends, and hope to gain some membership to the choir. We are rehearsing several old pieces as a change from contest pieces. L.B.
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YOUR CENTRE FOR A TOUR OF THE BEAUTIFUL YORKSHIRE DALES.
Campers accommodated, or you can be provided with Tent, or Tents, Splendidly equipped Beds in Cubicles
Write for further particulars to———THE SECRETARY, Clarion Club House, Chevin End, Menston-in-Wharte-dale.
RIBBLE VALLEY
CLARION CLUBHOUSE
CLAYTON-LE-DALE (Near. Blackburn)
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“THE HOME OF FELLOWSHIP
4 The Grounds cover 17 acres, situated in
beautiful surroundings ‘and commanding charming views, q Ideal for a HOLIDAY CENTRE or an
OCCASIONAL VISIT.
GOOD FACILITIES FOR RECREATION Tennis, Putting, Billiards, Table Tennis, Football, Cricket, Swimming, and Dancing.
All games Free to boarders of three days’ stay or over from Monday to Saturday noon
FOR TERMS AND TARIFF LIST, APPLY TO THE STEWARDESS.
For particulars re surrounding country, write to the General Secretary,
Sheffield Clarion Clubhouse
DORE MOOR
“(5-miles south west Of Sheffield)
AN IDEAL CENTRE FOR TOURING THE PEAK DISTRICT,
Nature paints for all the world, poor and rich together, and while she adorns the innermost rocks of her hills, to tempt your investigation, she ‘paints, far more carefully, the outsides of the hills.""—(RuSKIN)
For particulars and tariff, apply—
The Secretary, Sheffield Clarion Club House, Hathersage Road, Dore Moor, Nr. Sheffield.
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