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By TOM GROOM,

J] HAD eyeled from Birmingham, where

modern miracles, in the shape of motor cars were being turned out by the thousand and modern horrors, in the shape of jerrybuilt houses were being run up by the hundred and I came to Stonehenge. A chara-banc filled with American visitors stood outside the wire fencing and an aeroplane whirred overhead, And wondered what the old boys who had set up those ancient stones would think about it all could they peep from the misty realms they now inhabit. The chara-banc, the motors and the aeroplane might raise their special wonder and set them thinking; but the sight of those Council houses would send them scuttling back to their tombs rejoicing that they didn’t have to dwell in boxes like those.

Then feeling hungry I scooted off to Salisbury and looked about for somewhere to eat and drink and where I might lay my head for the night. And while I stared around a voice behind me said Boots!”

For the sake of Auld Lang Syne I was taken in and fed and lodged, and we talked far into the night. The next day, being the Sabbath, they took me round the outside of Salisbury Cathedral and pointed out all its marvellous architectural beauties. Then we rode up to Old Sarum.

At Old Sarum they showed me where the old cathedral stood before the present one was built and i have learnt, after much profound investigation, why the site was changed. If you wander round the earth-works at Old Sarum you will notice that the position is an clevated one, with a fine view of the plains below. You will also remember that while castles are usually set on hills—the more

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precipitous and difficult to come at the better cathedrals are, with some exceptions (as with Durham), mostly situated in fertile plains, with pleasant meadows and gently-flowing streams surrounding them.

Well, the monks of Old Sarum had made a mistake, and got mixed up with the castle that dominated the district. And sorry they were of their choice. “It is a place,” says one of the old boys, exposed to the wind— barren, dry, and solitary—a tower is there, as in Silvain, by which the inhabitants are much

The soldiers of the castle were none too reverent, and instead of paying in their mites lo the offertory, had a knack of levying contributions on the priests themselves. The good brothers were hard beset, and badly wanted to flit, but the Church had been consecrated aud endowed, and it was difficult to make a move without a proper pretext or by divine guidance.

So the old boys gazed on the pleasant plains below, and sighed for relief. The Church of Salisbury,” they sang, is captive on this hill; let us, in the name of God, go down into the level: there the valleys will yield plenty of corn, and the champaign fields are of a rich

So in the fulness of time the reverend head of the community was vouchsafed the necessary vision—‘ a vision of the night ’’-—-which so exactly fitted in with the visions of the day, that they laid the foundation of the great church—a stately pile—in a pleasant meadow, before called Merifield.” And a very good name for so fair a place.

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CYCLING, THE EASTER MEET, AND YOU—YES, YOU!

By J, E, ROBERTS.

YES, it’s you I’m talking to. You in the khaki shorts and very little else. You don’t want to listen, eh? Well please yourself, but I thought you might be prepared to give just five minutes to something other than your usual club claptrap about speed, tours, and all the hundred and one things that occupy your time at the expense of other, and perhaps more important things.

Oh! You will spare just five minutes then, eh? Good! Well you might as well bring your tandem partner too. She’s not without idea is she, even if she does work in a mill (or is it a milk-bar nowadays

You've told the Sec. you’re not going to the Easter Meet. Why? Because, you say, it’s all talk, conference, meeting in other words the annual outing for the windbags who know it all—or think they do—and like to hear the sound of their own voices. Why, you've never even-been to a Meet yet, so how do you get that idea? Oh, So-and-so told you did he? Do you always believe what you're told? Do you believe the boss when he says that wage-cuts are beneficial or that cyclists should be taxed in order to ease his income tax? you don’t. So you do form an independent opinion occasionally Thank God for small mercies! Well, in that case, don’t believe all you're told about Easter Meets by people who failed to enjoy the only one they attended because they refused the hospitality of fellow cyclists; maybe they were shy—or a bit superior to those common kind of people who attend Meets. Yes, people like Tom Groom and Ernie Sugden.

Have I ever been to a Meet? Gee! Have I ever missed? And what do I see in the round of meetings, conflabs, and conference zas attacks Well, to tell the truth I find little io inspire even me there, unless happen to be spouting a bit, and even then nobody seems interested or else they look stupid somehow, and don’t understand the drift of what I’m talking about. No, I don’t really enjoy the talk, talk, talk. But what I do enjoy is the chance of meeting fellow-workers from other parts of the globe people who have experienced such things that might have done us good—strikes, lockouts, poverty, war, and all the other benefits of modern society people whose ideas can inspire us in our efforts towards a better system of things. No, I don’t mean the other cyclists. No, I mean the people who put us up, and see to our wants for the

week-end, all for a few shillings a day. Let me explain.

Let’s see. Chester, when did we go to Chester first Anyhow, about eight years ago. We were young then quite young, something like you are now, and the only talk we induiged in was about beating evens or climbing Dinas on a 45 gear. But the couple we stopped with He’d been a miner—yes, had been, for you see, he’d had about ten years out of work; ais wife, approaching the age when toil should be no more had to go out charring and washing to keep things going. Yes my boy, they knew the meaning of poverty. And Buxton that was the year after. We stopped at a quarry-worker’s home clean, spotiess, but— out of work five years. And again it made us think. The next year was to Warwick, and we stopped with an aged couple whose livelihood was guaranteed only so long as they were prepared to take in stage people touring the country.

ib man. Don’t you think there's something wrong with a sysiem that not only volurates such things but actually causes them Will you and your tandem partner always have easy wheeling? Will you always have a good regular job—or will she have to go out charring while you rot away in compulsory idieness? I'm not trying to argue Socialism vo you. I'm merely trying to point out that there is something wrong with a system that creates empires at the expense of its own manhood and womanhood and I’m also trying to point out that you have a long time to live and it might be as well to try to think out what’s going to happen. Are you satisfied with the prospects? No? Oh dear, you do surprise me? But, you ask, what has the Easter Meet to do with it? Well! Only this much. 1 should like you to go to Durham to the Meet, for it is one of those Distressed Areas of which you have read, but about which you refuse to worry.

in short my boy, it might make you think that all in the garden is not lovely; the poverty of the Tyneside might convert even you to fighting for something better and, in that case, my job will be done. What? You think yow’ll go to Durham after all, and damn So-and-so. Good lad. And now on to the next. Yes, it’s you I’m talking to—.

(Comrade Roberts is at Ruskin College, Oxford, having won a twelve months scholarship two years running.—Ed.)

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Cycle Paths.

Dear Comrade Editor,—I will, if may, pass over the first few lines of Comrade Hopkins’ letter on my article, Cycle Paths,” with one exception Also, I trust, a sensible individual Now the sensible individual, to my mind, is one who will, instead of tittering about motorists’ freedom, get down to the task of eliminating death and disruption on the road, endeavouring to plan for safety and logical development all round.

Winchester Close

Now my constructive policy, in road planning, follows very closely to that of the Labour Party, in the construction of special roads for fast and heavy traffic. My other ideas, such as total abolishment of the use of lanes by motor vehicles, needs no defence, excepting to point out that a car is quite out of place and damnably dangerous on anything less than a Be road fast traffic must have fast roads, and even the modern road is unsuitable for it.

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Now free areas for pedestrians must be planned people must be allowed to walk in safety and peace of mind. Perhaps Comrade Hopkins only cycles or motors, perhaps his heels are never on the road? Again, has he not read of devoted parents living on Westway forming barriers across the road, because of the selfish love they bear for their children, some of whom have been foully done to death by these free (to kill) motorists

Only conscious planning and the loss of “freedom to certain types of criminals will save life and limb, will let us go on our occasions in peace and safety. Only the construction of special roads for fast traffic (our comrade has not criticised this, I notice), the rigid enforcement of safe speed on other roads and the absolute forbidding of motor traffic on lanes which are totally unsuitable for them; only these things with areas in towns without wheel traffic will stop this.

However, I am a Socialist. 1 believe that only under Socialism shall we see conscious planning of life, socially and economically. Also my ideas were put forward for constructive criticism. Wiéill not Comrade Hopkins now come forward—as a ‘‘sensible individual” —with his ideas. Surely he is not satisfied with things as they are? Let us hear from you, comrade, Out with it and don’t be shy. Don’t forget the five or six million deaths and two hundred and fifty thousand accidents annually. Give us some tangible ideas, or at least give honest criticism.

T. CORBYN HALE.

The Glub’s Educational Scheme.

Dear Comrade,—I notice that in the report which we have submitted on the Club’s educational scheme, that apart from the 142 members who attended our classes free, the 150 members who attended our day and week-end schools free, and the 122 members who attended branch lectures free, the postal course students alone numbered 252. Normally these postal courses would have cost the members about £230. The total payment which the Club made to the N.C.L.C. last year for its whole educational scheme was £45. In consequence of the tremendous response to the scheme, the scheme costs the N.C.L.C. well over £250. In these circumstances, may I appeal to your readers to do their utmost to seo that organisations which are not yet affiliated to the N.C.L.C. do affiliate

J. P. M. MILLAR, Gen. Sec. N.C.L.C.

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THE TWO SISTERS

A SHORT STORY.

By JOHN BRADFORD THIRD INSTALMENT.

A FORTNIGHT later Jean confirmed to Tom by letter the arrangements for the following week-end, and when the day arrived they had an invigorating ride in the sharp autumn air over the moors to Fenwick, thence by Kilmarnock and Ayr to their destination.

On their arrival Tom watched Barbara closely to observe the effect of his unexpected appearance upon her, Did he deceive himself, or was it really true that her eyes lighted up when she saw him? During the past month he had often pondered her words that evening when he had last seen her. You are blind,” she had said. Could she have meant—but no, that meaning seemed so entirely at variance with all that had gone before. It must have been something else. And yet—. Though modest, he knew that he was not unattractive to women, for he had a good physique and appearance, was reasonably intelligent, and had social accomplishments which he could be induced to display when in congenial company.

And then Barbara. She was just as attractive as Jean in her different way, of a sweet disposition, unselfish, domesticated, and more of a match for him physically and mentally than her light-hearted, gay and dainty sister. True, he was as good as engaged to Jean, but her attitude during her sister’s absence from home had surprised him. Even with all the housework and looking after her father, she must have had one or two free evenings that she could have spent with him, put she had not responded to his invitation to let him know when she would be available for a few hours.

These cogitations kept him awake for some time that night, despite the fresh air and exercise of the run from Glasgow, but at last he fell asleep in such a changed state of mind that he might have said with the hero of “The Beggars’ Opera”

How happy could I be with either, Wore t’ other dear charmer away.”

Sunday morning was fine, and he expected to take Jean for a wee daunder,” but she insisted upon helping her aunt with preparation of the dinner, and packed off her sister and lover together. They strolled through Lambdoughty Glen, a local beauty spot, and Tom was amazed to find his companion quite at her ease. Amicably they chatted about personal matters, and after a pleasant walk

returned to the cottage for dinner.

After the meal and a cup of tea, Jean suggested a call upon old acquaintances in the village with her aunt, and the other two found themselves alone together. Tom felt rather excited and uncomfortable but Barbara seemed perfectly serene, She eased the tension he was feeling by getting him to sing some of the old Scots songs. They were cheerful with “The Laird o’ Cockpen,’ sentimental with ““My Nannie’s Away,” and defiant of Tom’s Sassenach countrymen with Hey, Johnnie Cope.’ Then she played Of a’ the Airts to remind him of his betrothed

“There’s no’ a bonnie bird that sings, But minds me o’ my Jean.”

As the song ended he put a trembling hand on her shoulder. T was a blind fool—,” he began, but she cut him short. Now, Tom, don’t stir up everything again. I’ve attained tranquility during the past month here, and I can be natural with you now.”

“Ts it to be Ae fond Kiss then, Barbara?”

“No, that would be most inappropriate. We are not going to kiss and sever, for we've never been lovers, and anyway we shall often see each other when you and Jean are married.” She hesitated a moment, then faltered in a low voice There is just one song I should like us to sing together, and then we'll finish.”

She began to play Bonnie Wee Thing, but when she had sung the words

“And my heart it stounds wi’ anguish, Lest my wee thing be na mine.” her voice broke, and she could not sing the chorus.

Tom stared at her a moment, then a flood of comprehension broke in upon him. He realised that his latent paternal instinct demanded this woman and none other for his mate and the mother of his cliildren, and undoubtedly the words of the song had roused in Barbara a corresponding feeling, though in her case she had been aware of it before but had suppressed it for a time.

He raised her to her feet, but she gently resisted his arms. Oh, Tom, we must think of Jean,’ she cried.

“It's no use, love,’ was his reply, I can see now that 1 looked upon her as a wonderful sweetheart, but nothing more. It’s you who must be my wife, and I think Jean knows it, and has known it ever since that Saturday

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night at your house, though it has only just dawned upon me. The darling that she is, don’t you see how she arranged for me to pay this visit and then took every opportunity to leave us alone together so that I might com: to my senses?”

Barbara allowed herself to be convinced, for she had already pondered upon her sister’s actions. Tom took her into his arms, and their lips met for the first time. The duration of the embrace might have seemed infinite if reckoned by intensity of emotional experience instead of the clock, but it was at length interrupted by the opening of the door, and Jean came into the room. Their confusion was soon relieved by her obvious grasp of the situation. She smiled bravely and said Bless you, weans,’’ though a tear unshed brightened her eye, then kissed them both and left them.

Over supper after his return to Glasgow, Tom Sykes was telling his landlady the outcome of his week-end at Straiton. have always said,’’ he remarked, that a couple can’t expect to be happy when married unless they are similar in nature and have their main tastes, their likes and dislikes, in common.” The landlady smiled to herself, and forcbore to remind him of his inconsistency.

THE END,

NATIONAL CLARION C. AND A.C.

Arrangements for Antwerp Olympiad are now in hand, and a special selection committee comprised of Alex. Taylor, West of Scotland J. Russell Morris, South Wales J. Deveney, Clarion delegate to B.W.S.A., and myself, will meet on February 28th to discuss details re method of selection, Will all C. and A.G. racing secretaries look up the 1935 and 1936 performances of any of their riders whom they consider worthy of application. 1937 form will be taken into consideration as season progresses. Forms for Kenneth Humphries’ “25? at’ Durham are now ready. If any sections haven’t had any, please apply to your C. and A.C. (local) secretary or myself.

We have a course mapped out as used by Northumberland and Durham Cyc. Assoc. and should prove fast. I hope all our racing lads who can will do their best to make this a successful event. This event will be the first 1937 time trial eligible for Antwerp aspirants to do their stuff, so good luck to all com-

petitors, ERIC J. HEATH, Nat. Rac. Sec.

MANCHESTER C. AND A.C.

Our membership is rapidly increasing and we expect to touch the 200 mark by the end of 1937. Our polo team played their first match with the Regal.Cycling Club of Dublin and won 31 goals to 1; another match has been fixed with the Liverpool Century Road Club for March 7th. We are still waiting for further matches the Polytechnic C.C. offered to play us, but unfortunately on the date suggested our lads will be at Durham for the Mect, and we cannot raise a team,

Will those members who have any claim to go to Antwerp please send me a full list of their performances during 1935-36, and also the Trade Union or Socialist Organisation to which they belong. AW.

NORTH-EAST CG. AND A.C.

Marshalls are wanted for our club 25,” also marshalls will be needed for Nat. 25° at Easter.

Club Secretaries—The C. and A.C. is in need of funds to put over with huge and sure success our first open 25.’ So I appeal to you all for some small donation to our funds, also get all members of your section to join the C. and A.C. It is only 6d., and it encourages the racing lads to do their best. Rally round, comrades, help to put your lads on top we have a hard job in front of us, so do your best. Rad

WEST OF SCOTLAND CLARION C. A.C. gets going for new season. It takes a bit of doing these days to maintain our reputation of being the Clarion’s fastest racing unit. When is the Sassenach going to knock us off our pedestal ?—(Sorry

Gym. Club will continue throughout the summer but on Thursdays. Details from Jack Taylor.

Clarion Cup, advance news Competition for Clarion Cup, which goes to section supplying fastest team, will take place in April. Kinning Park have held the trophy too long What do you say Glasgow, Drongan, Musselburgh, Northern, and the rest Entry fee, per section, is 30/-, divided by number of competing sections, with maximum charge, in event of a small entry, of 7/6. Send names of your section’s riders (no limit and no entry fee per rider) to Alex. Taylor, 44, Amos Drive, Glasgow, S.W.2.

Scotland hopes to send a worthy representation to Antwerp. Now is the time to get necessary speed-up, you pedal-kickers By the way, Ernie Sugden would be glad to have some more money for his International Sports Fund. ALT,

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VALLEY HOUSE.

This month we have a full programme of entertainments each Sunday. March 7th— Rochdale Section’s Annual Concert. 14th— Kuklos will give one of his most popular lectures on his first visit to Valley House.”

2ist—Grand Finale Night—a real closer to the so-called ‘‘winter evenings’! The Swinton Serenaders will entertain again, assisted by

Miss Pat Graham and other members of the Salford Section. Don’t forget the next Cycle

Polo match with Liverpool Century Road Club —March 7th.

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PETRONELLA AT THE EASTER MEET.

Petronella, the world’s most famous woman eyclist, will give her fascinating Lantern Talk “Two Vagabonds in Spain.” An amusing story of how two feminine cyclists fared in the land of bull-fighters and gallant cavaliers; of marvellous Moorish architecture and most romantic history of mysterious senoritas of mantillas and of fans.

Tickets may be obtained from the Billet Room.

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Clarionettes, do you wish to win a pair of sprints, and support the Yorks. Clarion Appeal Fund? Tickets 2d. each. Eleven other cycle accessory prizes, or value. 2/6 books obtainable from F. Playford, 2, Smeaton Place, Leeds 10. Write now. Will all ticket sellers make sure to return the money and duplicates as soon as possible before closing date, March 41th, 1937?

Yorkshire Sections please note that the Clubhouse A.G.M. is the first Sunday in March. More support and workers are required for 1937, Please make sure to turn up, and let us have a real good attendance and plenty of willing workers. EP,

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS.

We are indebted to Victor Minshall, 344, London Road, Stoke-on-Trent, for the loan of blocks for illustrations appearing on pages 54, 8g, 100, and 116 of recent issues. Another excellent sketch from his pen will be in next month’s issue.

“Lo, this is a Felawship A friendly hand to grip, A common wrong to wreak, A common hope to speak Meanwhile, to help along That day with mirth and song, And sport beneath the sun Wherever white roads run

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EDITORIAL.

AT the time of writing, the tragic farce of

non-intervention in Spain is being played a step further. The Fascist powers and the powers that support them (there seem only two exceptions) are to control the sea coast and frontiers of Spain to see that the same Fasci powers do not land volunteers’? or arms. The only volunteers they are likely to notice is help for the workers.

Again we urge you to write to your M.P. demanding that the Spanish Government be given their legal international right to buy arms. It is not much to ask, comrades, to let our government know that some of us at least are taking notice.

If sections need any encouragement to redouble their efforts in collecting money for Spain, the account of the procession of refugees from Malaga, by Dr. Norman Bethune, should make them act.

The first we heard of the fall of Malaga was when our lorry suddenly came upon the head of a piteous procession of refugees there.

Only a few lucky people rode on mules or horses. The majority had been marching on foot for three days and nights. We counted 5,000 children among them. of

A thousand these were barefooted, and many werc clad only in a single garment.

“We were forced to transport only families with the largest number of children—and there were hundreds of these.

“Then came the final barbarism.

“This hapless procession had been intermittently bombed the whole way by airplanes. Then, when 50,000 of the refugees had swollen the little seaport of Almeria to double its normal size, German and Italian airplanes came over and rained bombs on the crowded squares of the seaport. That was on the evening of February 12th.”

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SECRETARY’S REPORT.

ARRANGEMENTS for the 42nd Annual Meet are well in hand. The Billet Room will be at the Shakespeare Hall, North Road, almost opposite the Regal Cinema. Levy will await the arrival of members and serve out the programmes, Cycle storage has been arranged at Wood’s Garage, next to the “Bus Station, North Road, and very near to the Billet Room. The final Agendas will be in the Section Seeretary’s hands before this report appears, and other details re the Meet are printed therein. We anticipate that over 1,500 will attend, and owing to the smallness of the local halls we are running two Dances, simultaneous! on the Saturday night. Also, in another hall, we shall liave a Lantern Lecture by Petronella, of the B to be followed by a Concert. The hall accommodation is limited, and for this reason we shall issue tiekets for each function. These will be on sale at the Billet Room, and members will need to make up their minds which function they wish to attend. We are running Swimming events in the Corporation Baths, on the Sunday morning. Cycle Polo Competitions on Saturday afternoon, and Camp Sports will be arranged. Remember, the Billet Clerk is A.E. Maconochie West House, Hawthorn, Murton S.O. Durham. Send stamped envelope when writing for accommodation. Entry forms for the 25 T.T. and for the Cycle Polo Competition must he sent to E. J. Heath, 62, Frederick Rd., Stechford, Birmingham.

The benefits paid to Members during January totalled £22 9s. 9d. ES.

After reading the above quotation, surely none of us can remain unmoved. THE EDITOR.

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POTPOURRI. Meet.

By the time these notes appear in print, the leaves on the tear-off calendar this side of Easter will be but few, and the thoughts, and in due course the wheels of all true Clarionettes will be turning towards the Mecca of 1937, to wit, Durham. Although my recollections of Meets do not go back so far as those of

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fairy to the domestic wringer, but this eriticism must remain entirely destructive as I cannot think of any suitable alternative. My first essays on this apparatus were attended by much wild lurching, convulsive grabbing of stable objects, and hurried and undignified dismounting, but once the cylinders had been aligned quickly acquired the requisite “knack,’’ and now consider myself to be

remember what Wolfgang said af the Conference at Stonehenge in A.D. minus one) they do go back a respectable number of years, and in every case the mem- Gries are happy ones.

some of the veterans

Custom has not staled the usual! round of Reunion,

Lecture, Dance, Time-Trial, Conference, and Concert, and cach year I find myself looking forward with zest to the good things which I know are in store for me. It has long been i my opinion that once

almost an adept. The bland assurance of the catalogue, however, that “the action

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tne road” is the most dastardly prevarica-

tion, for if cycle behaved on the road as it does on the rollers I should strongly suspect the presence of a hinge Dbehind the bottom bracket and refuse to ride it. The tyres, especially the front one, have to be blown very hard, and I find that a machine with a fairly upright head

a member has been handles better than to an aster Meet a sloper.”” The he is a confirmed noise, despite rub- Clarionette for the cushion and ball-

rest of his life, so if your Section has any

42"° ASTER

bearings, is

quite appreciable,

and

members who are iss) heaven knows what not evincing the the folks next door desired amount of must be thinking. interest in Clarion Still, it’s all in the affairs and activities, get them fo go to| interests of Clarionism, and though more

Durham, If they ave at all worthy to wear the badge, the atmosphere of the Meet will do the needful,

Plaything.

The very latest of my acquisitions, not counting a cold in the head and subsequent pain in the neck, is one of those rumbling instruments of self-torture known to the initiated as ‘‘hometrainers.” Just why they should bear this misleading name is not quite clear, as I feel sure that anyone not in the know would define “home-trainer’’ as an “Americanism describing any person going home by train,”’ or something like that. Rollers,” the other name by which they are known, could mean anything

from the Punkt of the alarmed and adipose

than my brow is wet with honest sweat on three nights of the week, my legs are feeling wonderfully supple.

Wanted.

An accessory for which I would be willing lo pay a fair price, if it were obtainable, is a stainless-steel toe-clip. Ordinary steel ones have no more than a suspicion of plating on them that soon peels off, with the result that the clips become rusty and need constant attention from an oily rag if they are not to be eyesores. Clips made of aluminium alloys, while being rustless and light, are not strong enough for the work they have to do, and zenerally break off close to the pedal. Enamel too, is soon rubbed off. Perhaps the price of

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stainless-steel prohibits the wider use of it for cycle parts, but rustlessness is a desirable quality in a bicycle and its fittings, and I believe there would be a demand for those accessories for which it is not advisable to use alloys. At the office, I have a pen nib, costing 3d., and made of stainless-steel, that I have been using for the last seven months. An ordinary steel nib at half the price lasts me about a week, so the extra cost in this case is more than justified. I do not suggest that stainless-steel parts would wear longer than ordinary stec] ones, but they would at least require less attention. I do not in the least mind mud on my bicycle, but I abhor rust, and my collection of oily rags is one of the finest in the North, and the despair of Milady’s heart.

Tailpiece.

I suppose many of the tourists amongst you have had accounts for B. B. presented in weird and wonderful forms, but what can you make of the bill received by an eighteenthcentury traveller from his West-country host

It is quite a treat for the amateur philologist. Osvorada 6d. Vechinovimome 2d, Ayvordeos 2d.

10d.

If you cannot decipher it, wait till you get

to Durham and ask the Editor. He can’t cither

THE FELLOWSHIP. NATIONAL FELLOWSHIP, We are having very oheouraging cuquiries from the Scottish Cycling

Sections with regard to forming Fellowship Branches

This effort could very well be extended to the English Sections, What about it? Sheffield Clarion Central Commitice hold their

usual Blatchford Birthday Social on March 20th at the Building Exchange, Cross Bure St. Roll up and let's have a good do.” Easter will soon be here and another conference. Will members make an

effort to attend and deal with important Fellowship matters. Ss, HARPHAM.

LONDON FELLOWSHIP. We held two very successful Cinderella Parties. Over 50 children on Jan, 16th and over a 100 on Jan. 3rd, had a good tea, fruit, swects, and a present, followed by games and entertainments, We thank all those who made this possible by gifts of cash, etc,, also those who helped on each oceasion, At our January meeting Mr. Fred Montague, M.P. gave a most interesting lecture on Armaments.”

We have to express regrets at the loss of two of our members, by the death of Mrs. Stan Hancock and Mr, Jack Wright. The Fellowship give sincere sympathy to their families.

Saturday, March 13th, is the date of the Fellowship Dinner. We hope this date will not be unlucky and we shall haye a record gathering at the Maison Lyons, Shaftesbury Avenue, W._ Tickets 6/6, from Mr, A. B, Lloyd, 63, Duke St., w.i,

€.V.U, REPORT. Result of 1937 Festival and Contest Oldham 77 points, Rochdale 75, Halifax 5, Manchester 73. Test F s ‘Arise, Awake” (Madrigal) J. Ramsden of Rycroft Vocal Union was adjudicator. Mr, G, W. Poppleton, Conductor of the late Sheffield C.V.U., presented the Baton to the Oldham Choir.

When massed rehearsals are announced for any forthcoming event will all members please try to attend—this is urgent.

Manchester members, my congratulations on your puzangements: dance, tea, etc. Everybody had good ime,

HALIFAX G.V.U, We had a great time at Manchester and we congratulate Manchester members on the splendid arrangements and excellent tea, But, oh! the contest We enjoyed the massed singing, put io choirs were at their best im test piece. Congratulations to Oldham in their success at winning both batons,

ROCHDALE G.V.U. Once again the Festival and Contest is over. We must in future see we practise all pieces. Most choirs were lacking in the test piece. The massed singing was very good, Congratulations to Oldham Choir on winning the two batons this year. Now will all Choirs keep on practising the pieces so we shall be ready for B.B.C, audition as soon as National Sec, sends word to all Choirs.

F. PETRIE. MANCHESTER G.V.U. Once again our Annual Pestival is a thing of the past, It is rather too soon to say whether or not it has been financially successful, but I think everybody had a good time, The singing of the United Choirs under the able conductorship of Mr, G, Clegg (Rochdale) was very good. The singing in the contest was not Up to our standard. We would like to congratulate our Oldham comrades on winning the two batons, Lancashire and National,

L, BOWDEN.

OLDHAM G.V.U. Extremely pleased with the result of the National ival and Contest, now being in proud possession of both batons although greatly surprised at the choice of test piece and frankly admit canght a number of choir members napping. Many thanks to all members who braved the elements on Jan, 30th and attended the rehearsal,

MAY STARKEY.

WEST OF SCOTLAND UNION. hope to have some good news from our Sections as early as possible and regularly, so that T can FLOOD our Magazine Editor and keep him doubly busy

I hope we may enjoy good weather’ for our Faster Meet at Durham; a rec ord attendance, exemplary behaviour all round, and everything go good throughout like clockwork, and a Mect he recorded in the press of a three thousand turnout, not one thousand as was the Press Posters’ bo at Lincoln in 1934, the greatest event in the history of the Clarion

because of its civic welcome. Glasgow Southern Section attempting a thirty-two seater *bus cargo for

Durham at Easter if they can get sufficient members to fill it.

West of Scotland Meet is on 44th March, 2.30 p.m. on Crawfurdland, Glen, off Kilmarnock Road, and all sections and members are urged to be present as jihere may be very important business to be dealt with,

The Mid-Scottish Union Meet will be held at Bathgate on 21st March, at 2:30 p.m., and a full attendance is solicited, Has every section member bought a “Clarion Cyclist” this month? JOHN S, GIBSON.

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EAST MIDLAND UNION, E.M.U. “25.” Owing to the disqualification of F, Roe, formerly of the Loughboro’ Section—for non-payment of s

the handicap reads as follows

ist—A. Males, Derby (7%), 1 i

2nd—S, M, Buckingham, Leicester, (10.30), 1.1.37.

3rd—E, Davis, Foleshill, (1), 1.1.40, tion to the East Midland R.R.A. has been essfully carried through, It created a lot of dision at the A.G.M. When the East Mids. Clarion and A.C.(?) comes into being, and appli we seem to be assured of a rather warm welcome,

Will all campers please note that K, Ashmore’s address is 170, Taylor St., Leicester, and not as in handbook,

10 members of the Leicester Section have paid up to the C, and A.C, If other 1.U. Sections do the same, or better, we should pick up a team prize or two, What about a good team for the following events? To start with: Leicester Forest 2nd Class “25, Derby Ivanhoe 2nd Class 25,” and Notts. Castle “50.” But we must think and act now, not leave it until after Easter,

S. A. MOTTRAM.

LONDON UNION. Congratulations to the Deptford Section on their go-ahead recruiting tactics. They have absorbed the membership of the Forest Hill C.C.

And while I am doling out congratulations, here is my quota to Wally Childs, who, not content with the job of Secretary to Peckham Section, has taken over Joint Secretaryship of the London Labour Sports Association, Rally round, London, and give Wally every assistance,

If you have not responded to the appeal of the L.U. for help to our Spanish comrades, act now! Ray Cox gave his life, you are only asked to give What money you can afford, Remember, give first, afford it afterwards. Cc, L. WEBB.

MANCHESTER UNION are arranging a party to go to Durham by ‘bus. 17/- return from Manchester, 16/return from Oldham, Any Newton Heath members will be picked up at Failsworth Pole. Give in your names and addresses early at the Clubhouse, Overslcy Ford, or send to C, Mann, 233, Heron St., Oldham.

MIDLAND POLO. Conditions for Polo have not been so good just lately. Continued rain has made pitches to resemble mud baths, and of course this slows down the game considerably and makes it preity iough work, Aston have registered two successes recently against A.E.U., and Solihull C.C, and one yame drawn against Speedwell. A.E.U. went down to Speedwell after a keenly contested game, By the time these notes are in print delegates from each team in Birmingham will have met and arranged a list of friendly fixtures for the rest of this season, It is hoped to form a league season, Aston have asked me to announce a dance in aid of funds for Polo equipment, to be held at Acorn Hotel, Erdington, March 3rd, Tickets, 1/6, may be obtained from F. Clevenley, 69, Tintern Road, Birmingham 20.

SOUTHERN COUNTIES UNION. The Social held at Liphook was chosen on the wettest day of the year. But despite that, I think everybody enjoyed themselves, though there being so few of the gentler” sex cut out any thought of dancing, so we hé make do with games and community singing. next Union Mect will he at Petworth, March An inter- Liphook. Tea at Railway Hotel. Any section who is interested please write, Brighton, I am pleased to say, are holding a Ray Cox Memorial Dance, What

about you other sections doing likewise G. F. PEARCE.

7th. ction ramble will he held on April 4th at

SOUTH WALES UNION, Hail, rain, and snow! Our compliments to those Union delegates who have favoured us with their attendance at the last few Union meetings. Getting out the bike on a Sunday morning when the rain lashes down, and the wind hurls curses at mankind, is a difficult job—we know But five minutes pedalling and it beomes great fun. May we see all our delegates at our next Union meeting

We hope all our sections will give their earnest consideration to our appeal for Spain. Fascism in Germany and Italy destroyed the League of Nations and our hopes of peace; it created an armaments boom, costing Great Britain £400 millions, and indirectly gave us the means test.”” The avowed aim of the rebels is to set up another Fascist dictatorship —that camouflage for the rule of big business and high finance it will bring Fascism almost upon our doorstep, and must make the chances of war even

greater. The Spanish government in their fight for constitutional government and orderly progress,

fights for the working-class all over the world. We trust our sections will give—and give generously. J.R.M.

S.W. LANGS, AND CHES. UNION. Secretaries—please notify your requirements for Durham as soon as possible. Return fare by private *bus—Friday to Monday—£1. For those who can’t go Friday, a late *bus will run Saturday night, Now come along and let’s be showing what you want. Racing lads write A. Vale 16, Gorsey Lane, Secretary of the S.W. Lanes, C. and A.C, If you are riding time trials, ride for the S.W. Lanes. and let’s bring home the bacon, Boots

G.E.F, S.Y.L.D. UNION, Delegates of the C. and A.C, attended the A.G.M, of the East Midlands’ R.R.A. held on

Feb, 7th, at Newark, their business being matters of affiliation of the C, and A.C, to that body.

The C, and A.C. delegates held a meeting at Wellow (Notts.) on Sunday, Feb, 14th, under the chairmanship of J, Schofield, to discuss their programme for the season 1937,

The first event, the 10-mile, will be held during March. This should be well patronised by the lads of all ages all newcomers should have a ‘do in these events. The sleeping arrangements are in the hands of R. Allen, 18, Roebuck Street, Wombwell, and any member who desires arrangements to be made for him should notify R. Allen with their entry.

The 10-mile event promoted by the Swinton Section will be held in April. This event is the “local derby” in the district and is open to all Clarion Sections. Entry forms from J, C. Tate, 34, Station St., Swinton, near Rotherham, ONLOOKER.”

PROPAGANDA. Comrade E. Austin, of the Leicester Section, during the last few weeks has recruited no fewer than 70 members for the Municipal and General Workers Union, of which he is a member. Is this a record for a Clarionette? Three of our members are also on the Leicester Trades Council—

another record

JACK TAYLOR (Kinning Park) has forwarded Gold Medal won in last Easter Clarion ‘25° to the fund for Spanish Workers.

PETRONELLA. The Northumberland and Durham ).A, have arranged with B.S.A, for Petronella to give her lecture entitled Two Vagabonds in Spain in the Connaught Hall, Blackett Street, Newcastle, on Wednesday, March 8rd, at 7.30 p.m. Admission is by Souvenir Programme, 1/-.

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SECTIONEWS.

be written in block letters and MUST be sent i

Reports should

from E.

ABERDEEN. The social season is about over. Our second Grand ‘Yea and Dance has been arranged for Mareh 10th, Let us make it s big a stiecess as our first. A short interesting address on Trade Unionism was given at our last monthly meeting by the local seeretary of the Trade Union Organising Committee. “Who asked the question, Can a dog think All the mental abilities of the members have heen concentrated on the subject, man is a rational animal. A crude table and a table tennis set has been acquired. The necessary ability, with a few exceptions, to play the game. ast. men and

is causing a good deal of entertainment. Now you

girls, get down to it and show what the Aberdeen Section is capable of. B.G. ABERTILLERY. Greetings to all comrades! We have had di

culty in obtaining a club room in the first season. We shall solve that. problem in 1937. We extend ovr heartfelt, sympathy to the relatives and friends of Comrde R. Cox, who lost his life fighting for Demorracy. Looking forward to opening the season of 1937 and winning many cyclists into ovr club, realising that it is rity

of all cyclists ix the only way to defend our interests on the hioh. w W. EDMUNI

ALTRINCHAM, Boots! May we apologise for our “lapse of taste” on Feb, 14th. Come lasses and lads, get leave of your beds—

Spring is here. Now you won't catch cold or flu. We had eight out on Feb, Gth. So unwrap your “hikes and grids” ont of the cotton wool, they won't rust—Jnst see! Prize given for hest year’s attendance.—Your old friend “Nunky Wunky.”? Spurs!

ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE, Calling all cars! Los —Ashton Section. Not been seen since, “Girl enqniries about Norman, not been seen out for montl been busy again? This guy is our Public Enemy No. 1. Fven Pailey is courting. H.W’s trike (in the canal by the way. The tough fellah!), The M.U’s big gun exploded with a hang at general meeting and gave some members shell shock. Some cases were had that they conghed upon the nail, and even George looked

stolen or strayed Vo. Many Has Copid

intelligent. John has been busy with Tuinmness.”” Will this eure our “fast men’? of bonk? WHEEL.” ASTON. May we add our sympathy to a nt comrade, R. Cox, who made his last stand for Democ tin. Let ms all he

sacrifice t heing made for apathy, sare apt to

sure that the example and freedom’s sake is not dimmed by remain vaguely sympathetic hut indefinite in action. and reaction: ary forces at work inside our Socialist movement will tuke hold of and foster this thoughtle So comrades, forward fo a united front of all parties and creeds to exterminate this rotten growth, Fascism. Remember our comrades in Madrid with their backs to the wall said, “They shalt not. pas

BARNOLDSWICK. The Easter Meet at Durham: “Comrades come rally.” Success relies on every member, Disaster can he caused by aw mere fe Go to the Meet with a light heart and prepared for a dood time, but!—whatever you do, he sure it reflects to the good of the Clarion, Club officials have spent hours preparing for our cenioyment. Let them feel it has been time well spent. “So long may our ‘Boots’ shine and our ‘Spurs’ glitter no merey to the one who stains them,’”” D. BARON.

BARNSLEY. Hello everyhody !—Barnsley calling! Very od repor Membership increasing, good attendance on all sides, st Annu Dinner held Feb, 27th, Other social events being ar ed. men getting down to it for the coming season. Ledy membet appearing once more after their hibernation. The only unfavour able thing to report is the weather. We would like to arr ivter-meets with other section Also our football team waiting and success to all other section

for fixtur Wishing good luc This is Barnsley signing off. “RED AND WHITE. BELFAST. Trish Clarionettes are still active and hope to have

increased attendances at runs and fixtures. We have pleasure in announcing the departire some time ago of Edward Bourne to Spain, He is now fighting in the International Brigade and will, we are sure, he a credit to our section, We apy eal to members to send in subs, as soon as possible, We greet our English comrades and hope that this will he a year of continued progress for them. BIRMINGHAM A.E.U. Members are requested to note that our for arranging the August Camp will be held on Wed., ist. at our new club room in Dale End. Tandemites, how andem section?

about a BLACKBURN SECTION. At the recently held North Lancs. Clarion

Cand A.C, Prize Distribution, members of this section took five of the eight prizes, and if talk is anything to go by, this season ill be still more successful. We are holding a Dance in aid o* the Spanish Workers, and two members of this section are Che’ man and Se tary of The Blackburn Committee in Aid of thr Spanish Government.” Salud!

BOLTON. Membership to date is 114. Will all members 1

note that a General Meeting will be held ou Wednesday, ith, Please attend, You racing fellows, we expect you all out

by the 15th inst. on Official Report Cards. These can be obtained

Sugden.

in full force for the Higson Cup “25. on March 21st. What do you think of our new notice board? Swanker, what! We should get a lot more young fellows in the club after seeing Ev. Traynor and her Six High Steppers do their “Jeg-theory’’ at the Reunion, These affairs get better and better. We were glad to see so many of our old members and so many comrades from other section ft was with regret that we heard of the deaths of two of our members during the past month—Bessie Bowcock and Tom Orgill. We express our deepest sympathy with their parents,

CLAPHAM. First appearance in mag,, hut not last. Please note correction to handbook. President of section: R. Coppock, J.P.. L.C.C. Responsible for London’s Green Belt. How's that Redhill? We have 27 members in nine months. How's that you Clarion mugs? Stop Press—Redhill, Yah! you can’t take it, “The Clapham tmnocents.”” J, COURT,

CLYDEBANK. A new section has been tormed in the Clydebank district with a membership of 12 and with prospects of a few more, We held our first meeumg on the 28rd Jan. in. the local Labour Rooms, and all members voted it a great idea to try and get as many of the unaffiliated clubs to come in along with us. Our runs have not been arranged for the time being, but expect to be at Ardline on Sunday. F. GILMOUR, See.

COALBURN. Club runs for the month:-- 7th Mar,—Sanquhar Tour). 2ist—Bathgate U.M. 2sth—Vice-Captain’s choice. The recent storm played havoc on tne roof of our elub house, blowing off slates and letting in the rain. In the mentime we have heen compelled to shut up and remove our headquarters to N.U.AW.M. Hall, Main Lesmahagow. We are prepared to Accommodate any club (male sex only) who care to travel on the Saturday to the Union Meeting in Lesmahagow on 18th April. Appeal to all members to attend meetings. Don't leave all the work to a few, of your company

What about it, Joe? Give us the pleasur be

ever before

M. SMITH. COATBRIDGE. Going great guns! Collecting for our comrades in the International Brigade. Arrangement for Dance and showing of Film, Defence of Madrid; also Air Gun Competition. Proceeds vo to the Brigade. Our all-weather chump (1 mean champ) thinks

again, Let the elub better than

he is the big shot hi Ii he keeps at practice, heaven help Franco if he comes to Coathridge! And James keeps out of the “Spar.” Sorry to hear of our Falkirk comrades’ misfortune in losing their club room by fire, and hope they will soon have

another, bigger and better, COLCHESTER reports that their Carnival Dance held on Friday

dan. h, was a colossal suecess, even beyond their wilde dreams, The best band in the town, coupled with a good floor, a large attendance and numerous novelties, all combined to make

it au evening to be remembered for some time to come. ‘Thi being their ‘first’ danee, it has naturally made the members cnthusiastic and eager for another dance on a larger seale. Tt on the cards that the Albert Hall will be tried with a full sevenpievse band, and this should certainly result a substantial addition to club funds, ‘The local Labour “Times” has just been re-issued in Colchester, and the section has been lucky enough to secure a half-column ‘at their disposal. This will be extremely naeful and should be the means of introducing many new members to their rank JAMES H. W. CARTER. CREWE. Membership increasing. Necessary we have two sections. (A)—Hard-riders, and (B3)—Social sections. A success up to now and hope to go on increasing until we have every cyclist our district organized, All members are doing their little hit spreading the gospel, re “Join the Clarion and enjoy the Best Benefits in England.” More power to your elbow, ion Cyclist. AL CLOWES, t, we will talk of our clu) champion, Guy Stobbs, Ges, won nine, second in three, third in’one, two

DRONGAN. F who, ont of 17

team prizes, besides’ winning our club championship. Guy also won two Ayrshire and Dumirieshire C.A. Championships, 25 and 50-miles, and B.A.R. John Mellwraith won two events, third in

won three handicap prizes and two team pr James Meaith won two events, second in one, third in one, and two Not a bad season’s work, eh, comrades! And we, Seetion, are looking for more opposition from the ections, so here’s wishing for a bumper season and may the Clarion he well to the fore.

ENABY MAIN. The runs for March are: Turne st—Carlton Towers. 28bh—Linderick picked monthly at the meetings, and all meetings are on the Saturday of evecy month. Cc. MARROW. DEPTFORD. Our run and social activities are steadily increasing and we are running our fi Dance in March, and I hope to sec 2 good flow of Clarionettes there. To all racing men, Tnding Peckham (if any) the bottle of champagne for the Coo} ‘Trophy has already been taken trom the cellar: also we were fully supported on the run to the $.C. Taien Scvial at Liphook.

one, lw team prizes. the Drongan other Ayrshire

Dale, AML runs

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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 ews,” and the activities of jewel thieves ar regarded as of only slightly less general interest than latest Test Match or political crisis,

successful

the

But what is of more importance to the a Age householder are the less spectacular occurrences which happen around him daily and which are rarcly reported in the national papers,

After each heavy frost or furious gale the local plumbers and house repairers are Working at high pressure to repair the costly damage which has heen done,

Who pays

Kach time the local live engine dashes along the

street, cach 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 tufortunate owners who happened to. be

caught uninsured,

The annual cost of adequate insurance for house: owners and householders is so small, the possibilities of loss are so wide and varicd, that it is extremely unwise to remain uninsured,

The C.LS. has recently reduced its rate for the comprehensive insurance of household contents from 5/- to 4/- for each £100 worth of goods insured.

The comprehensive policy covers houscowuers (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.

Ask your C.LLS, agent to show you the Comprehensive prospectus when he calls, or better still, write to him or to the Chief Office today, Tomorrow may be too late,

The Chief Office of the Co-operative lusurance Society is at 109, Corporation Street, Manchester, 4.

MEDALISTS BADGE MAKERS TO THE NATIONAL CLARION C.C. MAKERS EST. 1819 OF SHIELDS BADGES REP. MEDALS H. Billson PRIZES CUPS SPOONS Etc. BFD. 271

LIMITED

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MARCH 26th 28ih inclusive.

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FRIDAY— Re-Union and Concert.

SATURDAY— Lantern Talk by Petronella: Two Vagabonds in Spain.”’ Grand Dance.

SUNDAY—

Social and Presentation of Prizes.

Tickets from the Headquarters and Billat Reom,

SHAKESPEARE HALL, NORTH RD., DURHAM.

Get your tickets carly—There is only a limited honmiber for each event,

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edition, clubs complaining of reports the same *s a polo mateh,

DERBY. I notice in last month poor turn-outs on elnh ryus. Derby Section complaint, but we can get turn-outs when there

Last Sunday the Derby lads visited Liverpool, and although it rained nearly all the day it did not damp the spirits of the players, or the spectators. Thrills were plentiful, and were

Hut only for one side, the Midlanders being gain suceessful

oals to 1.‘ Wee Georgie” showed ‘em how

it until you meet him in a mateb, you'll agree. L. HANDLEY.

DEWSBURY AND DISTRICT. An apology to those sections who have written asking for dates for football matches ete., but our ranks are sadly depleted by the ravages of the “flu germ, and other minor causes, such as the great number of weddings which have taken place recently. It would he a great idea to increase subs. to defray the cost of a matrimonial bureau and the inev able present! Congratulations to all! especially to our late Sub- Captain, Let’s hope he won't have many punctures to mend, and then the wife won't nag at him, The dance held at the Parochial Hall, Thornhill, was a huge success, about 150 having an enjoyable evening, Any more suggestions Jor raising the club tunds? C. BROADBE

EASTLEIGH. Eastleigh calling! Well we sure have some good news. Had our first dance on Jan. 27th, and boy, was it a success! ‘Asked by many when our next would he. Thanks to comrades trom Soton and Pompey for their support. Had a grand American Supper on Jan. 18th at the Sec’s house, Jim and Charlie eating the Libby Pie. New members still rolling up, but short of females, so if any section has any to spare, send them aloug—we will mal

them welcome. MICK.’

FOLESHILL. This comes to you by courtesy of Hihherd’s Little Idiosyn Itd, Scene: M. at Sheidon. The chairman opens me torrential old argument of Social v. Racers crops up. Six persons express their views, and heing in the way of the bagatelle-table the bodies are subsequently moved. A good twopenny double is A. West and Miss Gibbons Joint’ Social Secretaries. Miss Gibbons ran well at Fir Tr m. You've heard of member who entered club room saying finished with the Clarion’? Well, Leing in the way of th billiard-table, the body was subsequently removed. ‘The chairma next read ott the proposition to allow non-Unionists to become club offi Being in the way etc. (5 wove). A request for aunual subscribers to this Clacion Cyclist was followed by rehearsal of the Two Minutes’ Silence. Look here, Perks, interrupt again shan’t write any more.

GLASGOW. yth with a

goal with a score of 1 to pop ’em in. W

commentary

The section will celebrate its 43rd }irthday on Marel: ‘Yieatre Supper Night. At this Reunion old friends meet the later generation of Clarion cyclis' and no comparisons ive made. Members will provide the after-supper entertainment, nothing banned but crooning and trick-cycling. This year the sections Male Voice Choir may oblige--perhaps, we hope. Last time they sang the audience was held speechless—they laughed ‘nu laughed Runs are well attended, and membership prospects fine. RCW.

GOVAN. John S. Gibson paid on official visit to Govan N.C.C.C section at their present headquarters’ address on 13th

found that they have now twelve regular long-distance tourers who. expeet to have a big membership section this year. The section Is doing well in y respect; and, meantime, their headquarters. are at the Secretary’s address: Miss Jean Culpan, Aberlady Road (Govan), Glasgow, 8.W.1. JSG.

racing lads attended a rabbit pie

GRIMSBY. A section of our Road Riding Association, held

and presentation of the Grimsby at Louth. Th brought away four team pr out of eight trom tour club long with other prizes. The night we went round our elec nd the tour took us two hours and proved yery interesting for all, Our runs seem to be improving hy the amount we get out, and the new members. P.T.S.B.

HEANOR. ‘Third Annual Dinner linge suce 62 sat down. fx medals and trophy presented. After, with melody and mirth. collection for Spain made 13/6 good. We have four cups and gola medal already tor 1937. Look out you fast guys. Heanor is going to Durham. Last year 100 members. This year 150, and the fastest road team in the Union, so forward to 1937. Club room still going strong. Social evening every other Saturday. Butertained Stewart, the Mile Hater, from Paisley, fortnight ago. Now licanor, let's get going with the Clarion monthly! Don’t forget the Antwerp stamps. Unity home and abroad is owr only hope. So forward for the United Front.” F.MD.X.

HENDON. Hello all! We've got some good news. Our Carnival Dance on Jan, 30th was a huge success, socially and financially. We were pleased to welcome North-Bast_ and North-West London Sections, also Comrade I, Bayard as M.C, Answering Pentre— Thanks for your few words of advice. The girls have pinched Glyn and report him very awake. No one has been bitten yet, but Keeping him away trom the girls takes some doing. We even lost hine_to a couple—on the run, By the way, the lady who embroiders the club names is not forgotten for her work; Hendon hane now wanted for alpaca. (How about doing me one?

VIC. C, BOTTERILL. aptain! Poor old Harry’s fallen at least will be on ‘the 27th.

HORSFORTH. Wanted—A_ ucw —and wedding bells are ringing—o

Yes he’s leaving us for a bit of skirt. However, he has all our heartiest congratulations and best wishes. Pleased to report that membership is slowly but surely increasing, also that we had a jolly good time at the Yorkshire Club house on January 24th. Three of us had the honour of shaking hands with Walt Greaves, the wonder rider. Durham for Easter. “THE LONG ONE.”

HUTHWAITE. Had a decent turnout every Sunday. Early part of day being mostly fine, coming home through driving rain. March runs:— 7th—Captain’s run, 9,30. 14th—Alport Stone, 9.30. 21st—Kdale, 8.0. 28th—Annual Meet, Durham. April 4th—Lincoln Union Meet, 9 a.m. Hoping to see old and new faces at Durham.

G. NAYLOR, Hon, Sec.

HYDE AND DISTRICT. The lantern lecture given by “Petronella”’ at our headquarters on Feb, 6th was a most enjoyable affair and fairly well patronised, although there was room for a lot more Jarionettes. Pwo stalwarts came all the way from the Rotherham Section and we ne: y had Comrade Editor. Better luck next time Henry. Tn the excitement of Durham djon't forget the M.U, Meet at Hyde, April 3rd, the first since the section was reformed, Let’s make it a grand suece; HG.B.

INCE IN MAKERFIELD. Many thanks to A. Rigby, our new assistant Secretary, for his kind hospitality in organising a dance in Parr on our behalf. This is true Socialism, Re our Easter is it not showing signs of working-men Tories who are prepared to wear a black shirt but not got the guts to put it on according to the resolutions sent by various sections, So get to Durham and see that they don’t make Hitler our leader.

KILMARNOCK going great guns. This section has no “fair weather turnouts on every club run. We all like to get out a y the sunshine. A gale blowing and

the rain lashing down on one of our runs did not by any means damp our enthusiasm, although we were forced to take to

“Shanks’ Pony,” but everybody was happy and our Vice was complimented on his cleverness of supplying us with run and experience, KINNING PARK. Annual Dance—come and gone, Once more our social season success—Thanks John Sinclair. Club runs during Jannary found out the weak spot in one’s make-up, wind, rain, Sleeb and) snow being the weather clerk's efforts during that month, February, however (Sunday 7th) proved bright and dry, althougi rather. cold. To Sorn—club meeting, About, 20 lett Paisley Rd. ‘Toll. Encouraging tunvont. Captain Tucker only official who did not hit’ the ine, all the others were ther

Please note, boys, that in future the monthly club meeting will be held in club room on the first Wednesday of each month

7.30 p.m. JSG. LEICESTER. Do you know?—That the Competition for the “John Bull ‘Tyre Cup" is more than keen? That the club room is now

held ai Birstall, day and night service? That ex daren’t take

last. month “Clarion Cyclist” home owing to its exelusive dis-

closure? ‘That Jack didi’t take Evelyn to the lakes to s

That A. Merrill ix saving up for a new battery? That

has bought an “On Tow Card“? the Racing Se cket out Newark way? That R, Hyde is going to

A, MOPTRAM,

LEWISHAM. Greetings from London Vnion’s newest Section to all Clarionettes! ‘This section originated from the Bast Lewisham Labour Party, who have been extremely helpful and given us much ‘AIL Sunday runs start trom the Plaza Cinem

Catford, "and we meet every Tuesday night at Spam. at our

at the Dartmouth Hotel, Ringstead Rd. Any Clarioninvited to drop in—like Peckham and Deptford we're all eee Those two sections had better look to their laurels and get their (nit) wits working overtime! NINETY-NINE.”

LEYTON. The results of the Inter-Section Rough Ride with the

East Ham boys come rather late, but neverthless, hot: (1) J. King (leyton). R. Chester (E.Ham). (3) H. Eighteen (Leyton) ‘A great event, ‘The Social and Dance held on Feb. 13th proved a

success—-we all turned up late next day, the football boys with wobbly knees. Our next biggish event now will be a Paper Chase, to be held on March Mth. Full details of spills etc. are promised in ow next report. Till then—Boots! F.W.S.B.

LEEDS. Members please note run for March 7th—Invitation Run to Halton ing along that unattached rider and introduce him for her) to the pleasures of club riding. We should also be pleased to see a few who are members, but do not ride with us. T hope they don't think we're too fast. Out of a total of over 100 we should be able to muster more than the dozen or 15 of the last Tew months. Don’t blame the weather; yowve all got cap

tise ‘em if it rains. Somebody whispered wedding bells for Easter? LINCOLN. ‘The Dinner on Feb. 3rd was a big sue 50 members and Tricnds sat down to dinner. President was in the chair once again and kept things moving, Prizes were presented by Mra, G. Deer, Our club room in Coulson Road is open every Simday, and we shall be pleased to welcome any sections to Lincoln, We had Worksop here the other week. Where do all the tough guys get on Sundays now? Not on the runs! Perhaps they are doing a bit of secret training for the coming season. Seerctary—C. W. Besson, 35, Gibbeson St., Lincoln. TW.R.

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MANCHESTER. We would welcome more support on club runs ald ask all members to be on time, as in future we are z at time stated in run book. Our recruiting campaign has how started in earnest, and we hope to see more uew laces before the club departs to Durham. We ask each member to do his oy her best to increase our section. Our racing lads have now started their training, and a smell of “embro” bangs like a cloud ove: the lib. CAPT.

NELSON. A mystery hers go in the win

urrounds our section. Where do our mem time? Where are the “tough guys? Ha the “flu cpid them? If so, we wish them a speeds recovery. Will all members please patronize the monthly meeting: (watch the notice boxes) and help our new Secretary to make our seetion top the 100 mark in 1937. Then, comrades, come rally, wishing the “Clarion Cyclist” every success. Boots! AR

NEWTON-LE-WILLOWS. Gur Social was 0.K. I wish we had them more often, Thanks to the members for their sketches, etc. And now 1 thivk each member shoud make an effort to get the journal or pay in advance and then they can be sent. Come on. show your Lancashire spirit’ and do your bit. Next meeting

March '126h, 7.30 prompt. A. HEATON,

NORTH-EAST LONDON. Enjoying winter season of good riding, dancing, and card playing. By the time this is read we hope to have made great success of big Whist Drive in aid of Antwerp Fund, Would like to have inter-runs with any London. Section.

we play football—ask Richmond! Feel that these inter-section events ‘give a meaning to Unions, as such. Don’t forget. renewals for 1937. ALF. STRAKER, 268, Walston Lane, N.1.

NOTTINGHAM. March 15th (a Monday) is the date of our next big Dance at the Greyfriars Hall. Tickets 1/- each. This is a joint eflort. by local cycling clubs, so do your bit to help ovr club sell the’ most tickets. An alarming outhreak of homesickness” has developed in this section during last two or three weeks, A peculiarity of the disease is that it appears in its most virulent form just atter dinner and sends the patent scurrying hack home for tea. The complaint is being diagnosed, and no doubt a remedy will be fortheoming (I was going to say When the poppies bloom again.”). However, despite the above, “turnups’ are on the “upturn” and good rans enjoyed by all. those who enjoy good runs. See you in Durham. H. M. LLOYD.

OLDHAM. Had an excellent turnout last week—keep it up. All arrangements are now made for the Dance. ‘The football match against C, and A.C, was postponed. Now the day after the “hop” —what legs! Our latest pastime is roller skating, which takes place at Manchester Rink on Saturday nights. We would like to see as many out at the start on Simdays as there are out Saturday nights. Preparations are being made for Durham. We hope to see you there, ORMISTON. A medal is being presented to the member who turns out on most club runs during the financial year, i.e. Sept. to Sept. The Captain is running the Treasurer neck-and-neck just now, with W. Gillies just’ in front. Who will win? I think you would be lucky i could get even money ou W. Gillies; rain, snow, hail, same to Bill! Well, stick it boys, the medal will be well worth winning. Luck toatl Clarionettes. PAWS.

OSSETT AND HORBURY. Calling all scctions again! We having another dance in the Primrose Hall, Horbury, March 13th, 1937. Music will be played by Bob and His Pi-A Band, which includes the amateur champion piano-accordion player ot York Admission 1/-. 7.0—11.0. Comrades, it has been suggested that we organise the following events for the O.F.A.C.A. During Wednesday evening of the Carnival Week—A Cycle Roller Contest, Cycle Polo and Squat Polo. If anyone else has any more suggestions will they please notify the Secretary. Don’t forget the inter-meet with Wakefield Section on Sunday, 21st, to Mattersea. Have you bought your tickets for the Club House Appeal Fund? Comrades, your support is urgently needed. Also I have ld. tickets for the International Workers’ Olympiad at Antwerp. P. C, GODWIN

PADDINGTON. Well supported speed limit “demo” on North Circular Road. Had an enjoyable evening at dance organised by committee of Spanish Youth Foodship. The section is leaving all the work to two or three members, What about it, you slackers? Remember, it’s just as much your club as it is ours! Rally round

and help us make our section worthy of its name. We now have

28 fully paid members, and with everyone doing his share we can ity our slogan—* 50 for 1937.” H.C, HOTCHKIN.

PADIHAM were well represented at the N.L.U. Dimer and Presentation, und after the feed a really good programme ot dancing. Concertinas (By Johuny!) and a Go-as-you-please Com petition filled the evening pertectly. At present the low gear is the general topic (and settler of all disputes) and by the time this is in print all arguments will have been thrashed out! A meeting was held on the 12th Feb., and together with Burnley Section, it was decided to form a ‘club room for all persons interested in cycle racing and athletics. The rendezvous is 22, Burns St., Padiham. A. HILL. PAISLEY EAST. Membership in this section continues on the inerease since the opening of the new club rooms. Club runs are

well attended. A bold touring programme is at present under diseussion, and should the weather clerk deliver the goods this

summer, it is hoped that all previous records in this connection will be broken, As good democrats we are supporting the activities of the local Spanish Aid Committee. Boots! R. HALL.

PECKHAM. Congrats to Wally on attaining Secretaryship of the L.L.8.A. Deptford are our football victims fer this month. All ti ib to watch the glorious defeat of the Broadway boys. See that you get your supply of tickets for the dance at New Hall, Dulwich Baths, on the 6th, and the Steak Supper at the Mill Caté, Shoreham, on the 13th. Our Captain wants to know if the rain has washed some of our members away. Tut, tut, they are not so soft Cap. Show him how tougi you are slackers! See you at Durham,

PENTRE. Runs commencing Sunday, Feb. lth, to Barry, 21st— Through the Lanes ruu; leader: J.C. Wigley. 28th—Llantwit- Magor. Mar. 7th—Newport (U.M.). Membership increasing, so let’s see you bring those grids” of yours out of the cotton-wool and he of some use. Who's the poet of the elub? Ask ‘ore fie might be able to tell you. E. BE

PETERBOROUGH are runing another Dance ou March Sth at Mansfield Hail, Rhythm Makers Band; admission 1/-. Membership increasing again and Sunday runs are once more. well attended, Don't forget you B.M. Unionites, the Camping Week-end at Kings Cliffe on Ist—2nd of May. So Tong lads! K.P.B.

PONTYCLUN AND GILFAGH. Union dinner over, the boys were up to the table very often as they had a good season. We had two firsts, two thirds, two handicap awards, and the Inter-Union ream Race. Well boys, 1 hope you are in training, as we have to keep our record in’ the Union events, and we have some warm chaps in tie Union this season. We are beping to see Ken picked for the Antwerp team, Let’s see if one other members can get up to the same form. S. J, TAYLOR.

PONTYPRIDD. We are anxions to know if Nippy will get a tandem or a ring. Also glad to announce that our racing men are fit for the coming season. Runs are carried out every Sunday morning, leaving Tumble at 10 a.m.

PORTSMOUTH. Southern Sectious please uote we have an open date on the first Sunday of each month for Inter-Meets and Social Runs, so let’s hear irom you. Runs rather better supported of late. Members are asked to remember their renewal of membership and pay up when due. POP.”

POTTERIES (Premier). Alter our sojourn at Weston these past few mouths we can now look forward to x weicome touring season. We have had some great times in the past at Llangollen; how about making a large party this Easter. The runs commence on March 7th. Get hold of those butterflies and let us have some fine turn-outs. How about some new recruits? Now is the opportunity to do your bit. Don’t forget the new tandem section, broadcast it, there is plenty of room for newcomers, JH.

PRESCOT. We are fast becoming Lhe most popular club in this t. At the rate we are progressing, Comrade B, Lunt, the ctor of “our club room, will haye to move or else we will yer-run his household. On ‘Thursday, Feb. last, Warrington, Windle, Tuce, St. Helen's, St. Helen’s Central, and Newton, visited our chub, the oceasion being the initial meeting of the S.W.L. and Clarion C. and A.C. The Mileage Record—May we take’ this belated opportunity of congratulating Comrade W. W. Greaves of Central Section on his performance, Also best wishes and good guing to Comrade J. A. Stewart of Paisley Eastern. And don’t forget All roads lead to Durham.” FLOREA'T PRESCOTIA,”

RICHMOND. What a Christmas we spent together, Fancy Dress Run, Christmas morning, well supported by Fulham and Kensington.” Grand Binge Christmas night, and our Doxing Day Dance. What a Dance. Had to refuse admission to many. Sold out of beer, for which we blame Kensington Section. Still, all had a grand time and we made a fine profit. Calling Rochdale—Have one of your old members, J. A, Tattersall, joined up with w

A. SPACKMAN.

ROCHDALE. Rochdale members regretted to learn of the death of Comrade R. Cox and sympathise with the Southampton Section in their loss of sttch a Valuable member. A film, “The Defence of Madrid,” which was shown in Rochdale under the auspices of ot Rochdale Clarion C.C, realised nearly £50 in sale of tickets and a collection. This sum is given to help the Spanish people in their fight for democracy. Members are still rehearsing for the two plays which will be presented at Valley House in the near future, to give the club house aid in the fight against the bailiffs —so come in thousands on the given date. Look out for it!

ROTHERKAM. Membership still growing. More still needed if we are to reach the century. Had a good day at the Sheffield Clubhouse (Clarion). The result of the football metch was 10—1 i Sheflield favour. A great game despite the soft and slippery

of the ground, which spoilt some clever movements on both sides. At the dinner’ both sides were about equal. Mrs. A. Hopewell has been elected Social Secretary, Mrs. A. Angus having resigned. Copson and A. Hopewell elected to serve on the local Spanish Aid Committee. Hope other sections will do same. See you at Durham. Boots! ALBERT HAMMERTON.

SALFORD... Removal—The club is now at the hack of the P; Horse Hotel, Irlams-o’th-height, Pendleton; a mmodation tor “jrons” without struggling or lifting up the stairs. I may say

Page 140 THE CLARION CYCLIST the ‘ale’ is good, ‘The table tennis fixed; uow who will play? WEST BIRMINGHAM. At our last G.M. it was decided that we All future meetings will be held here the second Tuesday in the should fill our long-felt want of a club room by meeting every month, Tf you are not a member of the club room send along a riday night at the West Birmingham [).L.P. Rooms, 265, Icknield ption, all coppers weleome; police barred, Approximately Street. Tt has heen nearly two years since we stopped going to

J have enrolled—are you the Lone Wolf? Come ane “Sunnyside,” but it will he a very long time before we forget the

debate, sing or dane ind bring a triend: comradeship good times we had there before Mrs. Dale teft. Now there is no abounds a home for Socialist Cyclists! ‘AW. reason why we shouldn't cnjoy those good times once more. We

SEVEN SISTERS. A suc on 13th Feb.. the entire proc

sful Dance was organised by the above

eds heing handed over to bhe Spanish Workers. ‘This section has now joined the left Book Circle and all members are attending the N.C.L.C. Class. Best wishes for a speedy. re is extended to D. M. Morgan, who has been ill

for a considerable time. Fifteen of our members made a 2-hour journey to. Pontypridd, anticipating an enjoyable evening, were very disappointed on ‘their reception. No blame, however, is

attached to the Union Sec., hut we would he pleased to entertain the guilty party at our next annual dinner for companionship’ sake. Hoping to see all members ont on 7th Ma “pat

Members on club runs not come on, pull your and if so, why?) Realise

SOUTHAMPTON reports fair progress to expectations for a membership 0: ght. Are you missing from rian it is your duty to suppor the club's ities and nob be just another membe We are having Youth Hostel Week-ends and Tam sorry to say they are heing supported to a greater extent than club rims. Come out of your shells, show an interest in the serious side of club work, support clu) runs, have something to say at meetings, create new members, ete. Do your hit to make our section numerically stronger, 2nd above all, everybody active, J. FREEMAN.

STAIRFOOT AND ARDSLEY. We start our runs again on Sunday, Mareh 7en, and itis to be hoped our members will have got their rest in. Hoping for a good attendance. Our opening run is to Aberford. Meet a.m. Unattached riders are cordially invited, THOMPS

N, Secretary.

ST. HELEN’S, WINDLE. see Windle so well represented Meet at Burton, although sever: overtime—lucky devils. Several memhe rades, are now enjoying a weekly roller-skate to help Keep in trim, for “Where there's wheels there’s. Windle.” Good Tuck to all We are expecting to see a new Saxon” shortly, for Jerry. has joined the C, and A.C. An early event this month is the Warrington Clarion "100 in 7"—a real“ pipe-opener.” News has leaked ont about a forthcoming Joint-Section Dance, to which we are all ready to make it a Clarion suc Baster greetings.

W. PRESCOTT

From reports, it was very pleasing to last month at. their first Union 1 of the committee were working along with local cont

STRETFORD. Ruis for March:- Mardeastic Crags aud Hollingsworth Lakes. 14th—Rode Heath, 21st—Buxton. 26th Durham. Our membership increased by 50%, last month. Hope to report increases each month now. Although we ran our Dan

ou Feb, 13th at a loss, we thank all comrades whe stipported Also we sent 13 the result. of a raffle held at the dance, to Pollitts’ Special Fund in aid of the Heroic International Brigade and in memory of Comrade Ray Cox and his comrades who lave fallen, H. LAMB.

is now upon phe days are already the time to start getting ready for the Don't forget Durham at Easter

us.

SUNDERLAND. Spring getting longer, Now is summer, when the runs are short. “Wwe want as much help as possible. We want your help to do some small job, Get ready to enjoy yourself. There will be a Grand Dance. Concert, Campfire Sing-Song, and tour of the district, Don’t forget Durham! at Easter—the first in the North-Bast. BILL SEMENS.

SWINTON. We are glad to report an increase in the number of members tor 1937. Which also means more support for the journal, We had the pleasure of a visit’ irom

y is greatly weeded,

Sugden and his wife, and G. Dove, to our Annual Dinner and Dance held at the Empress Ballroom, Mexborough. ‘The lion ol the evening was G. Grimley, who carried off seven pots. Will

all local sections interested in Cycle Polo please communicate with

our General Sec., Mr, J. te, 34, Station St., Swinton, The club) runs for Ma are as follows 7th—Castleton. 14th— Free-wheel Contest (Run to Gainsboro’). 21st—Naburn. 28th—

Easter Meet, Durham.

TAFFS WELL. Greetings to all sections. Hello Pontypridd! Many thanks for the best wishes last month, We send the same to you, Best of luck. Boots! Held some very successful runs last month, Who got their tootsies wet on the Bla rock run? And why did the “mugs” help with the washing-up. (’Nutl sed). JIM.

WARRINGTON. some large, and some just in betw i a bumper load of good things this year. March 4th—Bernard Newman. March 7th—100 Miles Reliability. March 26th—Durha the Easter Meet. Now don’t forget to tell the Secretar are going to Durham and how and when you want to go, ax, soon

March fetches all sorts of things, some small,

but March 1 will bring

as possible. GLE,

‘ourtesy of the L.0.Y.) iments. It only needs It's up tous to make D'ye get it?

have a big room, gas fire, table tennis (b, and facilities for supplying our own ref Ted Smith and the party will he complete. Friday the most eagerly awaited night ef the week. Friday night ain’t Amami Night any more!

WEST BROMWICH. Johnny led ‘em a dance in the mud of Arden, aul many turned tail and’ fled. But remember, boys, you must ‘ollow the Captain, even though he is ‘two-thirds under

The speed judging run vompetition was a gre won it! Much weather ied us and it was a miniature old members’ run with Hop, Ern, Lil and Jack on

trail, Weston Meet—Not so good. Blame the snow, or is it losing its popularity? Do you know another good ‘Trent resort, Potteries? Jack’s Wyre Forest. mud run washed out—too deep, too bad. But 19 all met at Halesowen, tea-time. Annual Dinner,

s much

was night before (Feb, 6th) and there Our President, Rt. Hon. Roberts ded, also Mrs, Roherts and Counc, Gnest. But

Sandwell Hotel,

in the House of Commons. We are Annual Breakfast Rum to Northampton. F. L. BOUSFIELD. WEST STANLEY AND DISTRICT. Started the season at beginning of February with a preliminary canter of about 90 miles to relax onr muscles, We intend to start a poster camp and are going to Nave the district 1) rarded with our huge and white hills, with a view to building up our depleted membership. The Stanley lads are only a few miles from Durham, so we'll be seeing you ail at Easter, Meanwhile, remember the olfer of the tents. Boots! HILDA BOGGON.

WORKSOP. We are looking forward to secing all nearby sections at our next Social, Saturda March 6th, to celebrate our first anniversary, and a good time is promised to all. Have now over

50 members on our first year and we are now all out for the century mark for 19 Want a revival on th ing side this year, So get down to racing form lads hy plenty ing and

Jet the Racing Sec. call his committee together to see what can he done, Will, members interested in dancing, but can’t dan come down to the club room, as we are now having dancing

lessons, one or two of the accomplished profferring to help, with

thanks. Runs for March 7th—Inter-run with Goldthorpe at

Wellow. 1th—Matlock Bath, 2ist—Chalk Chase. 28th—Open date. A. E, POWELL.

YORK. The Dance at the Assembly Rooms sulfered in attendance owing to the bad weather. About 200 being present. The ing News” Roller Contest held in our club room at 17a,

te. The winners were T. Jacksou ang T. Watson, of the Clifton C.C., who finished 3rd and 4th in the finals at Leeds, Congratulatious to J. Dove for patti vrion on top. ‘Lhe club room will be open in future on Tuesdays and Thursdays for club nights, but anyone desiring to do any work other nights may do so. Monthly meetings will be held on Tuesdays. Sunday runs start from the club room. D. YATES.

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THE HOME OF FELLOWSHIP

Grounds cover 17 acres, situated in beautiful surroundings and commanding

A charming views. The naine new conjures up visions of a secluded

home in a quiet rural retreat. If IS YOUR NEW COUNTRY HOME Set in quiet delightful surroundings on the banks of the River Bollin.

q Ideal for a HOLIDAY C€ OCCASIONAT VISIT.

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GOOD FACILITIES FOR RECREATION Tennis, Putting, Billiards, Table Tennis. Your support and co-operation is Football, Cricket, Swimming, and Dancing. earnestly invited, for the OLI Clubhouse is now the NEWEST.

Help it to grow up!

All games Free to boarders of three days’ stay or over from Monday to Saturday noon

We extend a hearty welcome to all who have reel ce Sena FOR TERMS AND TARIFF LIST, APPLY TO THE STEWARDESS

Nearest Station: STYAL (L.M.S.) Buses from Wilmsiow and Altrincham pass the gates. For all particulars apply to the Secretary.

For particulars re surrounding country, write to the General Secretary,

Sheffield Clarion Clubhouse

DORE MOOR

(5 miles south west of Sheffield)

YORKSHIRE CLARION CLUBHOUSE

The Home of Good Fellowship and Good Food.

YOUR CENTRE FOR A TOUR OF THE BEAUTIFUL YORKSHIRE DALES.

Campers accommodated, or you can be provided

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).

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with Tent, or Tents, Splendidly equipped Beds f For particulars and tariff, apply— in Cubicles The Secretary, 5 Sheffield Clarion Club House, Write for further particulars to——THE SECRETARY, Clarion Club House, Chevin End, Menston-in-Wharfe-dale. Nr. Sheffield.

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