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First Prize entry in the 1971 Photograph Competition. McLaren, No. 1652, at Appleford, by A. Swain, Esq.

VOLUME 15, No. 1

DECEMBER 1971

1971 RALLY EDITION

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DECEMBER, 1971

From the Editor's Chair We didn't know what to expect when we decided to hold a photographic competition. Would we get a flood of pictures or none at all ? Well we had entries from seven members. The first prize goes to Mr. A. Swain of Wembley for his photograph of McLaren, No. 1652 (1919), at Appleford Rally in July. The " runners up " were Mr. C. J. Dyson of Oadby, Leics., for his photograph of Ransome, Sims & Jefferies, No. 26475 (1914), at Hykeham, and A. V. K. Thomas of Redruth for his line-up of three rollers at Bloxham. We hope to run this competition again in 1972 and that we shall have many more entries. The next edition of " Steaming " will be a special edition dealing with " Steam in the Chilterns ", in both working days and in preservation. Anyone with photographs or articles relative to engines in this region please contact the editor and so help produce a lasting record of these activities. As we close for press we are reminded that this will be the last edition before Christmas. I would therefore like to wish all readers " A VERY HAPPY CHRISTMAS " and " GOOD STEAMING IN 1972." ACKNOWLEDGMENTS We would like to thank Affiliated Club and Area Correspondents, Rally Organisers, Bill Oswald, Derek Rayner, the R.L.S. and many others. HELD OVER This is an enlarged " Steaming ", but even so a number of items, including reports on steam working, have had to be held over.

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"BLOW OFF" " STEAMING'S OPINION COLUMN " "King George V", probably the best known G.W.R. engine, has recently been in steam on B.R. lines from Hereford to the Midlands, to London and then back to Hereford. "Steaming" warmly applauds B.R.'s decision to allow this fine engine to be seen in action once again and hopes that this will be only the first of many such rims by this and other engines an our national railway system. We have been told that B.R. did not like the idea of steam on their lines as it was " bad for their image " ! We never could quite understand this reasoning. It is our belief that the running of selected engines on special excursions and exhibition trains could prove to be the finest possible public relation exercise that B.R. could undertake.

APPROVED RALLIES 1972 Would organisers who wish to have their 1972 events approved by the N.T.E.C. and have not yet applied, please submit their dates, LH provisional dates, to the Chairman of the Rally Sub-Committee, M. Harmsworth, Elm Cottage, Ockwells Road, Maidenhead, Berks., as soon as possible. The earlier a list is completed, the greater the publicity it will receive. STEAM IN HOLLAND, 1972 We have heard from the Stoomwalsenclub, Nederland that the 1972 annual steam event in Hoorn will be held on 22nd or 29th July, and that there will• be another big steam event in the city of Groningen on 26th August. Furthermore, -sensational steam ploughing in the peat area of north west Germany, probably again in April/May, 1972. The Stoomwalsenclub are arranging for a party of enthusiasts to visit the Steam Ploughing and it is hoped that arrangements can he made for members of N.T.E.C. to join with them to see what will probably be the last working of these unique engines. Details about all this steaming will be published in the next issue.

THE BEAULIEU MUSEUM TRUST This is a Charitable Trust set up to run Britain's first National Motor Museum. Lord Montagu's collection of vehicles, etc. at Beaulieu having been handed over to the Trust to form the basis of it. Members of the N.T.E.C. can help the Trust, themselves and the N.T.E.C. by becoming either Full or Associate Members, Mr. C. C. Ayes of 15 Milking Pen Lane, Old Basing, Basingstoke, will be pleased to send an illustrated brochure giving details and including a form. Be sure to mark your form N.T.E.C. so that our Club will benefit from your support. GARRETT LIONESS Committee member T. B. Paisley, Manor Farm, Holywell, St. Ives, Huntingdon, has been loaned the original pattern of the large size Garrett emblem, the Lioness. He is willing to have castings made, in brass, from this , pattern and to supply them to members " as cast ", i.e. unpolished, at a cost of £10 carriage paid. Correspondence direct to Mr. Paisley, please.

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"SECOND TIME AROUND" —SOME 1971 RALLIES

By BILL OSWALD When I got through the 1970 rally season I thought that it could not be improved upon, but I was wrong and 1971 has proved to be more successful in every way. Quite a few "chickens came home to roost", including those two Scotsmen", "The Baillie" and " Rajah". Both thoroughbreds

by Burrell out of Thetford. The first event of the season for me was Warwick Steam Fair, this event unfortunately clashed with the Scottish rally at Hamilton, but I knew I would see nothing new at the latter, so Warwick it had to be by virtue of the fact that besides seeing a showman's engine I would also see a steam driven roundabout and a set of steam yachts. I got onto the Tober at 7.30 on Saturday evening just as the sun was about to pack up, the result was some fine pictures of R. Edwards' Burrell, " Earl Kitchener ". This was the only showman's engine on the ground, a fact that caused me some disappointment. To make up for the lack of engines here there was Bill Dorman's steam driven Gallopers and Screeton Bros.' Gallopers being powered by electric, Harry Lee's Steam Yachts were swinging away and 1 made my first acquaintance with Amroyd Lane's restored Coronation Speedway. What a grand restoration job has been done here, the machine still bears Harry Gray's name, for whom it was originally built. The decorating is superb, they don't make them like this any more. My sleeping problem at Warwick was solved due to the kindness of Bill Dorman's Galloper staff, they allowed me to bunk down in the horse box truck, a hard bed was improvised and the tarpaulin sheets for the horses were pressed into service as blankets. It was as hard as hell but a welcome shelter from the elements. I was up bright and early waiting for the sheets to be taken off " Earl Kitchener ". After doing the photography it started to rain but by that time I had to be on my way to rejoin my ship. Before I attended Warwick I had managed another visit to Bressingham Gardens. At the time of my visit the Steam Museum was not open to the public. However, I contacted Alan Bloom who very kindly gave me permission to photograph what I wanted. This meant taking the covers off the Showman's Burrell, " Black Prince " and the Tidman centre engine on the Gallopers. I was particularly pleased to be able to get photographs of this for on my visits last year, the centre engine was out of the machine undergoing overhaul. When I photographed it this year the boiler had just had a fresh coat of varnish and it really looked a picture. The next outing for me was Pirton, an event which turned out to be far better than I had expected. Getting out of Hitchin was easy after all it is on the main line. The fun started once I got there. There was a bus service out to Pirton but no regular buses, it seemed that they ran out there when the driver took it in his head to do so ! A Dennis Fire Engine came into sight, obviously bound for the rally. He stopped for the traffic lights but was off again before I could get near him and my chance of a lift vanished. Time was beginning to run out, if I didn't want to be stranded in London for the night, after hanging about for two and a half hours. I was actually making my way back to the railway station when I spied a bus bound for Pirton, I thought I might as well get on it having come this far. I finally arrived at the rally field and discovered many more engines than I had expected to see. I had fifteen minutes so I had to work fast if I was to commit everything to film. A surprise was Burrell Scenic, " Lord Las-

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celles". The Burrell Tractor, " Island Prince " presented a beautiful picture as she had been painted up since I saw her last. The other two " showmen's engines " here were later day conversions, these being a Garrett Tractor named " Evening Star " and Mrs. Jones' " Robey ". There were a fine selection of road rollers to be seen and some fine G.P. engines as well as ploughing engines and steam wagons including three beautifully restored Sentinels. This was a really good " do " and I very much regretted that my stay had to be cut short or I could have got through much more film than I did. It is easy to be wise after the thing is done, but had I known it would have been better to have gone back to Firton on the Sunday instead of going to the Samaritans Steam Fete at West Wycombe, interesting though this was for me it fell flat because there was not a showman's engine in attendance. Even the sight of Jim Sarney's magnificent Burrell, " Lord Roberts " could not make up for my disappointment at not seeing a showman's engine. The fact that I had previously seen most of the entrants didn't make matters any better. Still as the saying goes, " you can't win them all ". During the month of June I paid my first visit to Newcastle Town Moor Fair. I was on the train for home when I decided to break my journey at Newcastle. The time was 4.30 a.m., so off I set for the Town Moor. I started photographing at 5.15 a.m. when there was hardly a soul about—just what the photographer wants though not many are prepared to do it at this time of the morning. One can only imagine what this fair was like in the days of steam. 1 have before me as I write, a list of the attractions at the 1922 Fair and 1 note there were two switchbacks, six sets of gallopers, five scenic-c, six sets of chair-o-planes, three razzle dazzles, three sets of steam yachts, two helter skelters, besides wiggle woggles, mountain glides and cake walks, also Codona Bros.' Figure 8 Railway. Space does not allow mention of engines attending those rides though I could well fill in what they were, and dazzling reading it would make. Whilst at the Town Moor I was delighted to renew acquaintance with that grand old timer, " Green's Caterpillar ". This must be one of the most travelled fairground rides in the country, it did many a mile behind that grand old Burrell, No. 3089, "His Majesty ". I have a list of journeys done by this Burrell hauling three loads comprising this same "Caterpillar" with the late "Tommy" Glover driving, the time taken for the journeys and the distances involved would make your hair stand on end. Who said showmen's engines didn't work so hard as some of the counterparts ? Anyway. after a somewhat quiet and interesting walk around Newcastle Town Moot Fair I was on the 7 a.m. train out of Newcastle for home. In the month of June Mrs. Oswald and I had been invited to a wedding which had the promise of being a really happy occasion in the midst of good company and as the wedding was on the 26th I decided to give Bloxham a miss, having been there on the two previous rallies I didn't think I would see anything new. Then I noticed an advert for Bloxham which stated that the Burrell, "Lady Pride of England ", was to attend. That did it, I decided then and there that I must make the journey to see her. My wife was most understanding, as she usually is. The wedding turned out to be a joyous affair, but I had more serious things on my mind, so amid the hoochin' and smoochin' I took my leave and found myself on the 11.45 p.m. from Edinburgh bound for Banbury. I arrived there on Sunday morning to discover there was no bus service to Bloxham at that time, but as I alighted from the train with three fellow enthusiasts we promptly hired a taxi and were on our way. I made a bee line to where "Lady Pride of England " was and as soon as I set eyes on her I knew my journey had been worth while. This lovely Burrell of 1904 vintage is now owned by Mr. Frank Lobb. Among other things a new canopy has been fitted and the engine completely repainted. To see her one realises that Frank Lobb is without doubt a perfectionist. His other little Single Crank Compound Burrell, " Sparkie", was always turned out in the same immaculate state, and those Burrell chimney caps, they are turned out to perfection and shine like burnished gold. They are

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Burrell, No: 2625, "Lady Pride of England"

Burrell S.C.C., No. 3195, " Country Girl" Photographs by Bill Oswald.

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Frank's particular hall mark. Another Burrell I saw here for the first time was D. Shorey's, No. 3836, " Starlight ". This engine had been converted to showman's use and before the war had done service with R. Edwards' Amusement Caterers of Swindon. She is a small engine and is rather plain but no doubt she will be repainted in the future. Still she made a very welcome sight as she worked on the belt rocking gently to the accompaniment of a nice steady exhaust beat. Jack Wharton's superb Fowler, " Supreme ", was here and I was not able to get on to her footplate yet, but I shall have more to say about her later. I feel that mention should be made of Jack Wharton's other engine, a Marshall G.P. engine and one of the oldest working examples of her kind. She is still working at the original boiler pressure. The previous year I stood with my ear almost up against this engine's motion and could not detect a sound from it as she stood ticking over. Truly a wonderful machine for her age and a real credit to her owner. There were plenty of other interesting engines at Bloxham. Of special interest to me were the two large Sentinel Timber Tractors and I thought that if some method could be found for driving a dynamo wih them they would have made a handy tool for the travelling showman. I was also able to get some better photographs of the " Garrett Suffolk Punch ", whereas last year I had to be content with photographing her on a low loader. Before leaving Bloxham I must mention the Fowler General Purpose Engine, " Enterprise " which looked a real picture in her black and gold livery as she stood driving a threshing machine. the month of July found me back in this same part of the country for Tewkesbury Steam Engine Rally and Fair. This event, though not on the approved list of the N.T.E.C., turned out to be a far better show than some of the rallies that were approved. For those who have an interest in modern fairground transport there was a feast here in the form of a fleet of Scammell and Mack Tractor units which comprised both modern and vintage versions. I had another long look at those two superb speedways, R. Edwards and Amroyd Lane's. But the most interesting machine to me was without a doubt Percy Cole's Venetian Gondolas. What a wonderful sight it is to see this grand old museum piece still doing yeoman service on a fairground and to sample a ride on it is to transport ones self back in time to when majesty was the rule rather than the exception at the fair. The outstanding carved work on the machine is well worth close study and makes one acutely aware of some of the crafts we have all but lost in the last twenty years, or to come a bit nearer in time, if one studies the decorative work on either Lane's or Edwards' speedways and then studies one of the speedways built in the last ten years the evidence is plain for all to see. Coles Switchback, though electrically driven, still retains the steam centre engine and it is the only large size centre engine that to the best of my knowledge can still be seen on a fairground. Indeed a visit to Tewkesbury would have been well worth while just to see this wonderful old switchback, built originally for Asplands & Howden. Long may it continue to travel. Another outstanding machine at Tewkesbury was J. Downs' set of threea-breast Gallopers. This is the only set that I know of which has peacocks alternating with horses on the outside set. For me a ride on a peacock and also a turn on Coles Gondolas was irresistible. An unexpected and very pleasant task came my way when Frank Lobb asked me to steer his fine Burrell, " Lady Pride of England " into her alloted place on the showground, this was indeed an experience. Twenty years ago when I realised that steam had passed from the Scottish fairgrounds I never in my wildest dreams thought I would ever see a showman's engine again, yet here T was actually steering one. Little did I think that before the week was out I would once again find myself steering a showman's engine, this time a very famous Scottish Burrell. At Tewkesbury I got my first sight of the big McLaren, " Goliath ", ex Pat Collins and now owned by the Rev. Coley, but I shall also review this one later on when I meet up with her again.

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It was not my intention to visit the Midland Festival of Steam at Stafford, even though I had been informed that my old favourite, the ex John Codona Fowler, " Supremacy ", was going. But whilst browsing through "The World's Fair " I came across an item which stated that " Rajah " was to attend Stafford and there and then I decided that the Stafford event had to be a must. I reached Stafford about 10.30 on the Saturday morning, a morning of bright sunshine, and as there seemed to be a dearth of public transport I made with the feet in the direction of the County Showground, which seemed to be about two miles away. I must have been about half way there when a Sentinel timber tractor passed me, she was on top of me and gone with a hiss of steam before I realised she was there. She made quite a picture as she wound round the bend and on up the hill leaving a trail of brown smoke hanging in the hot summer air. This incident taught me to keep glancing behind frequently and travel with the camera at the ready. Eventually 1 got to the rally and one of the first engines to catch my eye was the big Fowler, " Enterprise ". This was originally a heavy haulage engine and has been converted to " showman type in recent years. They have probably not been able to get a Fowler chimney cap for her but they have not messed about with queer shapes, they have fitted a stovepipe, like the old saying goes, when in doubt turn' a stovepipe out. This type of chimney looks respectable on any make of engine. Standng just up from " Enterprise " was the engine which had brought me to Stafford—" Rajah "—surely one of the most famous Burrells of all time. There is magic in her name, a name that makes a delightful sound as it rolls off your tongue. There on the cylinder block was the well known number, 3509, and painted on the rear tank the equally famous Glasgow registration and index number, 66469. My word she is a real beauty. Did ever you set your eyes on such a neat little showman's Burrell. Despite the fact that she is a small engine everything about her is beautifully proportioned. The dynamo suits her perfectly and she has the right amount of brasswork, though I suspect that the cross brasses between the two front awning uprights have been added at a later date. " Rajah " is not the painted lady which some showmen's engines are on the rally field. She has that used workaday look which one used to see on the fairgrounds. Her owner, Mr. Swindlehurst, kindly invited me onto the footplate and gave me the opportunity of steering her, and I found her a perfect gem. It was with an extremely satisfied feeling that I found myself silting at the steering wheel of this famous thoroughbred. My reward for following her wheel tracks all day. I had hung about her most of the day like a moth attracted to an electric light bulb. " Rajah" and her sister, " Nero ", were both built to the special order of E. H. Bostock of Glasgow. They were a mixture of parts of 6, 7 and 8 h.p. engines being incorporated in the design. Both of them were very widely travelled hauling the beast wagons for Bostock and Wombells Menagerie—surely one of the world's best known wild beast shows. True both engines never had great loads to haul, but they certainly put the miles beneath their wheels. 1 have not so far seen " Nero " but I hope I shall be able to remedy this next year. Stafford was full of interest from the engine enthusiasts point of view, but there were another two showmen's engines that are worthy of comment. The first of these was " Princess Marina " which started life as a contractor's engine but was later converted to fairground use and found work in the employ of John Barker of Ipswich, a very well known showland family. " Vrincess Marina" passed out of the fairground business and as a result lost her showman's fittings. However since passing into preservation she has been restored to showman's condition and here is another example of a job well done. The only fault I could find with her is the dynamo bracket is just a wee bit too long. Not enough to mar her appearance but nevertheless noticeable. Another thing I liked about this Burrell was the lettering on the awning—" Walkers Amusements on Tour "—which lends the authentic touch to her being a fair engine.

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Another well known north country Burrell I saw here was " The Rover ", which was built for Arthur Newsome of Darlington and spent many years hauling his amusements round the Durham and Northumberland Tobers. Arthur Newsome had also a smaller Burrell named " Always Ready " which had the reputation of being a real good 'un, and what name could be more appropriate on a showman's engine, or come to think of it, what could be more fitting a name for a fairground engine than " The Rover ". When " The Rover " first went into preservation she had rather an ugly chimney cap, rather like the one which " Rajah " now sports. Now a proper Burrell chimney cap has been fitted and this gives the engine a different look. It is amazing how an item such as a chimney cap can alter the appearance of an engine. " The Rover " looked higher in the wheel than " Princess Marina " and also appears to have a larger boiler, the shorter dynamo bracket also makes her look bigger. A good painting job has been done here and the engine presents a very smart turn out, but " oh !" that lettering on the cab. My old favourite didn't show up until later in the day due, I believe, to trouble with the low-loader. But what a thrill to see her again, and on doing so my mind went back to the steam days of Kirkcaldy Links Market. I didn't see much of " Supremacy " on the move, but what I did see was enough to convince me that she is in superb condition, hardly a murmur from her. Looked after and cared for lovingly by men who know their job and have steam in their blood. This fine Fowler is in a different livery from when she was in Scotland, and has lost the lovely scroll work which embellished her flywheel at that time. Her present awning is not to nice as the original and the lettering along its sides is not fairground. Here is another case where the appearance is thrown completely out of character by the use of a chimney cap not suited to the engine. The other interesting items I found at Stafford were two Devonshire Burrells, a rare treat it was to see them ; a superb G.P. Foster named " Winnie " ; a Marshall Universal Roller which had worked her days in my native Scotland. Stafford was certainly one of the season's great shows. ❑n Sunday, 1st August, I found myself once again at Croft Autodrome, Darlington, for the North of England Steam Extravaganza. Despite the fancy title there was nothing outstanding about this rally as apart from any other rally, in fact 1 didn't consider it as good as last year's event. W. McAlpine's Burrell, " Ex Mayor ", was the star attraction here. The real thrill for me was a little showman's Burrell which I had thought was scrapped long ago but I was wrong for here she was as large as life and a unique specimen she is. I am referring to the single crank compound Burrell, " Country Girl ", which travelled the north country fairs before the war in the ownership of Mrs. Palmer of Gateshead. This engine I believe was ordered originally by someone in Ireland but the order was cancelled and Burrells made her into a showman's engine and she was bought by Mri. Palmer. The smoke-box ring is the only example I have seen with the following lettering, "Burrell's Irish Engine, 24 b.h.p." Another unusual feature about her is the spoked flywheel with an electric generator for the engine's lights which drives off the inside rim. Also there are no motion covers so that the Burrell single crang compound system is there in plain view for all to see. I always find a single crank compound fascinating in the extreme, it was a well conceived idea. This engine is now owned by H. l'Anson of Southchurch, Bishop Auckland and in her he has a veritable treasure. This was the only rally this year where I met up with my old friend Gerry Cairn who introduced me to Mr. John Henderson of Northallerton, who it seems liked my literary efforts. Anyway John invited me to steer the G.P. Burrell, " Old Faithful", an experience which topped off the day. She is a big Burrell but was very easy to steer and although only a two speed engine she was able to step along in a real lively fashion. This was the first time I had steered a G.P'. engine. All too soon I had to be watching

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the clock and after making a rapid round of the engines with the camera, Gerry ran me to Darlington Station talking all the way about the days when engines were the prime movers on the fairgrounds. My next outing involved an overnight journey under anything but ideal conditions. I had a choice of attending two rallies, Knowle Hill or Caenby Corner. I had seen most of the engines that were booked to appear at Knowlc Hill, though I was very tempted to go here for the sake of seeing the Fowlers "Carry On" and "Renown" again. However, I had my sights set on the other "Scotsman", "The Bai!lie ". I had a hunch that she might go to Caenby Corner as it was near her home, I was by no means certain that she would go there but I decided to play my hunch.

On the Friday preceding the rally it rained like hell and I thought this is it. By the time evening came round I was at the stage where I didn't care if I went or not. Had Mrs. Oswald accepted my invitation to go ❑ut for a drink I might not have been a step nearer the rally but she declined to go out on such a miserable, wet night, so I found myself in a crowded compartment on the 10.50 p.m. from Edinburgh. Ali thoughts of a nap were dispelled. There was an old couple in the compartment and the old lady's tongue started before we left Edinburgh and it clacked away like a hand bell all the way to Doncaster where we alighted the train. She was certainly a marathon talker, I could still hear her tongue clacking away as she mercifully passed out of earshot. It was still bucketing rain and as I didn't get a train for Lincoln for a couple of hours yet, I

decided to seek the refuge of the waiting room where I managed to nap on and off until train time. Cacnby Corner is another of those places that is not easy to reach by public transport. I had another two hours to wait for a bus and eventually when I alighted from the bus I had at least a mile to walk. On my arrival at the rally field things looked a bit bleak, the only showman's engine in sight was Paynes little Fowler Tractor, "Firefly", which I had seen and photographed on many previous occasions. On seeing this state of affairs I began to have second thoughts about going to Knowle Hill. A short time afterwards I saw a low-loader approaching with a showman's engine and I thought to myself this is it, this is what you came for and I could feel my heartbeat quicken and sure enough here she was, "The HaiIlie" No. 3334, turned out from the Thetford Works on 30th September, 1911, for George Green of Glasgow. I never saw this engine when she was at work on the Scottish fair grounds, though I am acquainted with several of the older Scottish showmen who knew her and the other fine engines which toured Scotland under Green's banner. " The Baillie " is a bit more ornate now than when she was new. It is interesting to note that there was very little brass work about Green's engines. The brass awning supports on " The Baillie " were probably added when She was in the ownership of Silcocks of Warrington who had her all done up and repainted before parting with her. Another interesting feature about her is the cylinder end covers which are cast in one piece instead of the usual single covers for the H.P. and L.P. cylinder ends. A proper showman's dynamo has been added therefore enhancing the engine's appearance. This fine Burrell is not highly polished like some others but has that look which gives the impression that she has just stopped work on the fairground. Now to the most spectacular meeting of the season, " The Great Working of Steam Engines " at Stourpaine Bushes, Blandford, and I find myself lost for words to describe adequately the scene at Stourpaine. I started out on the long haul from Scotland on the 10 o'clock train on Friday night, into Kings Cross at 6.30 a.m. Then time to get breakfast and over to Waterloo for the 8.30 to Salisbury. I didn't bargain for a twenty mile bus ride from Salisbury, but it didn't take long. The bus driver hadn't a clue where the rally was and suggested I go right to Blandford Forum. However I noticed some youths get off

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the bus armed with cameras and I felt sure they must be going to the same place as I so I fell in behind them. I was back on the walking stakes again and I wondered how far this time as I had a grip with me which was no light weight. However, my luck was in, 1 just passed through the village of Pimperne when I waved a Ford Cortina down with an Official's sticker on the windscreen. The occupants, a young man and a young lady made me most welcome and before long I was entering via the officials' car park. The first thing I saw from the car and which set me straining against the lead was one of Charles Burrell's Special Scenic Engines, one of the first of this type to be built, she was No. 3483. "Perseverance the Second ", and was turned out from Thetford on 18th June, 1913, for Frank Harniess of Swinton, Yorks., and remained in his service until 1944 when it was acquired by J. Cole of Chichester, Sussex, from whose hands it passed into preservation. I first saw and photographed this engine about 1953 when she was owned by Mr. E. D. K. Coombe of Wareham, Dorset. This Burrell has been repainted since I last saw her and I believe a new firebox has been fitted, but the cab lettering strikes one instantly, "Superb Scenic Motors on Tour" which singles her out as a fair engine. Full marks to J. N. Gilbey & Sons, the owners, for retaining this touch. She has a beautifully shaped and polished Burrell Chimney top. Also a brass cover and knob on the dynamo pulley. A typical showman's touch this, a truly superb turn out. I don't think this engine originally had stars on the motion plates but I could be wrong. I know at one time her name was carried on a long rectangular plate on the offside motion plate and she had no diagonal awning supports at the front, only the uprights. This engine also has a heavy rim to the flywheel like the earlier Burrells. During her sojourn with Mrs. Cole's Amusements, the exciter shelf was removed but this had been replaced and has eight holes in it instead of the customary four. Standing up at the top of the field was that other scenic Burrell, "Quo Vadis " and her crew recognised me from Beaulieu last year and kindly offered to look after my grip and treated me to a very welcome can of beer as I was feeling the heat. I still think this is the finest decorated showman's engine 1 have so Far seen, the lining out is really a work of art and she is always kept in tip top condition. Here we have another example of an owner using his own name along with a fairground slogan, " E. C. Hines Gulden Dragons " and to me this sets the finishing touch on the engine. I had to work overtime with the camera here and was so busy that I didn't see "Quo Vadis " or " Perseverance the Second " moving down to the fairground. While I was busily engaged in the Threshing Arena another showman's engine hove into view, this was another new one to me and a genuine showman's Burrell, having been built in 1909 for the Birmingham Showman "Pool & Bosco", yes, this was No. 3090, "Fermoy". This one has had a rather chequered career both on the fairground and in threshing. She is only 6 n.h.p. and reminded me of P. Taylor's Burrell, " Baby", and Jimmy Graham's Burrell, "Nonesuch ". "Fermoy" is slightly bigger than " Rajah " both in the boiler and front wheels, she is smartly painted and not too gaudy. I should like to have seen more of her chimney top showing above the canopy, I particularly liked the short coupled powerful appearance and the big pulley on the dynamo. She sounded very healthy when working on the belt. I saw her move off down the field after taking a tank of water and she could certainly step along. All the 6 horse Burrells I knew in Scotland seemed to be supremely fast on the road. At last I managed to get clear of the threshing arena and to my regret space does not allow me to comment on all the engines to be seen here, but I would like to single out two which particularly attracted me these being Burrell, No. 3824, "Lord Fisher of Lambeth ", built in 1920. another 6 h.p. Painted up like a showman's and beautifully turned out. The other engine was Fowler, No. 11491, " Dreadnought " of 1908 vintage, another immaculate job and what a superb sight for any lover of steam.

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Burrell, No. 3888, " General Gough", at Stourpaine, 1971.

Burrell, No. 3509, "Rajah", at Stafford, 1971. Photographs by Bill Oswald.

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On to the fairground now and here I was in my true element, like a gull returning to the sea. There was such a lot to see it left one quite breathless. The line up of showman's engines was not complete yet but I just had to rush down and photograph one I had come specially to see. This was Jimmy Miller's special scenic type Burrell, "General Gough". You will notice that I said special scenic type because this engine has no crane turret built on to the bunker. This is the only engine that looks well balanced when wearing a full complement of brasses. Upright pillars, cross struts between them and diagonals from the edge of the canopy to the dynamo bracket, and notice that delightful touch of the circle bearing a star in the centre of the cross brasses. The dynamo on " General Gough " is of full showman's finish with brass adornments on both pulleys, but it doesn't stop here, the exciter is also in full showman's finish with curved brass rails over the top of the casing and the pulley end filled in with n brass disc surmounted with a brass knob in the centre. Notice also the brass star on the exciter shelf, here without a doubt is an engine of incomparable beauy. She was driving about 295 amps. here with no effort at all, it was sheer joy to stand on her footplate. "General Gough " was one of the London engines having been built in 1921 for Swales Bolesworth in whose ownership I believe she spent all her fairground life and was one of the last engines to be used in the fairground business. She was found in very poor condition and rebuilt to her present magnificent state by her owner, F. J. Miller of Whischurch, Bristol. She is not polished up to the eyes like some and has the workaday look about her. and for this I love her. When I say this about an engine I don't mean that she is dirty or grimy but that she doesn't have the look of being a museum piece which some of them present. I left the fairground and walked down an adjacent field to see another well known scenic Burrell, this was "The Prince of Wales" which was built for Henry Jennings of Devizes and attached to his Whale Scenic. This engine makes another perfect picture, well painted and lined out with a beautifully styled chimney cap, there is no contrasting colour to the road wheels, but I like the effect. The exciter doesn't work but I believe a new one is to be fitted for next season. There is a brass ring and star on the the nearside which strikes a jarring note as it is not authentic. This engine was built without stars on the motion plates and I should have prefered to see her nameplate duplicated on the nearside motion plate. However there is a nice decorative touch which can be seen in my photograph and that is the Prince of Wales' feathers embossed in brass on the front of the dynamo casing. By early evening the Burrells, " Fermoy" and " Prince of Wales" and the McLaren, "Goliath ", had moved into line and we had a unique sight of ten showmen's engines in line abreast, a sight which to the best of my knowledge had never been seen before. As a matter of interest the line up was as follows starting from the threshing area end : C. Miles' Burrell, No. 3090, " Fermoy "; J. Wharton's Fowler, No. 20223, "Supreme " ; W. G. Hawkins' Fowler. No. 15657. " The Iron Maiden " F. Coley's McLaren, No. 1623, "Goliath " ; S. W. Neville's Burrell, No. 3886, "Lord Lascelles": J. N. Gilbey's Burrell, No. 3483, " Perseverance the Second " ; E. C. Hines' Burrell, No. 3938, "Quo Vadis " ; F. J. Miller's Burrell, No. 3888, " General Gough "; L. .1. Searle's Burrell, No. 3887, "The Prince of Wales"; W. McAlpine's Burrell, No. 4000, "Ex Mayor". There you have them, true I have many a time seen a greater number of engines on a fairground but I have never seen so many lined up abreast. This scene puts in the shade the well known photograph of Anderton & Rowlands engines. There was another interesting showman's engine here but she was tucked away behind the Dodgems and I didn't notice her until I started to walk around the fairground. This was W. Druce's Fowler, " Victory", which had seen service on the fairground tinder the banner of J. Noyce & Sons Amusement Caterers, who had converted her to showman's use. She looked a rather odd engine with her large front wheels and small boiler, but she had a rather

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unusual feature in that instead of the usual Stephenson's link motion she was fitted with Walschearts valve gear, and I found it a most fascinating experience to stand on her footplate and watch this gear at work instead of watching the usual lifting links hopping to and fro. She presented the old time fair scene as she stood there in a quiet corner rocking away on the belt. I wandered over to " Quo Vadis " where by grip was hanging from the coupling bar secured by the centre pin, probably the most privileged place it has ever hung. Shortly afterwards I was reloading the cameras and I couldn't help thinking that a few short years ago I never would have dreamed that I would ever be reloading my cameras between two scenic type Burrells with dynamos and exciters hammering. Never have I carried out this chore in more magnificent surroundings and I have loaded my cameras in some queer places in my quest to photograph the steam locomotive of both kinds— those that use the road and those that use the rail. Later in the day I was given a very warm welcome in the marquee of Mr. E. C. Hine, surely this man is hospitality personified. He remembered me from Beaulieu last year. I was too late to sample once again Mrs. Burrow's home made shortbread which proves it must go down well with the Dorset men. However she kindly provided the life saving cup of tea. The question of a place to sleep was solved here as Mr. Hine gave me permission to use the marquee. What an unforgetable sight this fair presented after dark with the well lit helter skelter of B. Ayres towering above all else and the lamp-lit smoke from those tall extension chimneys drifting over the quiet Dorset countryside. This alone was worth coming for. After close down I watched the Burrell, "Fermoy", move off down the field to her own spot following down. I repeated this procedure with the Fowler, " Iron Maiden ", savouring the ring of that Fowler gearing as I walked along behind her, what an intoxicating sound. I got back in time to follow " The Prince of Wales " up as well. I got my head down about 2 a.m. and slept well apart from being wakened by the sound of torrential rain, but mercifully it didn't last. I was up and about at 7 a.m. and made myself a cup of tea. This was like being in the Waldorf Astoria, everything laid on, and to crown it all 1 had my tea in a cup with a showman's engine on it, this being none other than Burrell, No. 1980, " Her Majesty", built in 1897 for that famous West Country family, W. C. & S. Hancock of Bristol. This engine and her sister engine, No. 1971, " Britannia ", were I believe the first two 10 n.h.p. double crank compounds which Burrell built for showmen. Burrell were just getting into their stride in the building of showmen's engines at this time. If my memory serves me correctly "Her Majesty" rusted away in a quarry in this same part of the country in the mid 1930s. She had been shorn of her showmen's fittings and was put to work driving a stone crusher. Not the first or last showman's

engine to meet a similar end. The ten engines in a line had been a great sight, but it was not so good for photography of the engines themselves. However, now that the line had gaps in it I was able to get to work wih the camera and get some pictures that had not been possible on the day previous. The line up still looked impressive in spite of the gaps. I had to think about getting on my way now but before doing so I just had to sample a cup of cider from the cider press, this was great stu ff , like nectar, I had never tasted cider like it. I found it almost as satisfying as a dram of my national beverage. A quick word with my friend Jack Hobbs of the N.T.E.C. then I was off down the field, my camera was in action right to the entrance. The last photograph I shot was of I. Sarney's fine Burrell, "Lord Roberts " getting to grips with a load of timber. Far me Stourpaine Bushes was over, I walked on to the village of Pimperne and carried on up the main road to Salisbury, passing an endless stream of cars and coaches all bound for "The Great Working of Steam Engines "—" The Greatest Show on Earth ". I must have walked four miles in the hot sun

before I got a lift into Salisbury. I had just lived through the greatest

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experience of my life. The committee will have their work cut out if they intend to better the show in 1972. I only hope that I shall be able to attend it once more. My last outing of the season was again the Steam Happening at Beaulieu. Through the kindness of the curator, Mr. Michael Ware, 1 had a pass for this event which turned out to be better than ever and once again the weather was kind. Beaulieu proved a far better experience for me this year. I left the ship at 7 a.m. and reached Beaulieu at 1.30 p.m. so 1 had no night time to kill in Brockenhurst and no walk through the New Forest in the wee small hours. I went to Southampton this time, boarded the ferry across to Hythe and then by bus to Beaulieu. A much more civilised way of doing things you will no doubt agree and much more comfortable I can assure you. There were three engines absent here this year, the Burrells, " Quo Vadis ", " Lord Nelson" and "Lord Lascelles ", but their absence was more than made up for by newcomers. The first engine I saw here was L. J. Searle's Burrell, "The Prince of Wales", she was in a position so that 1 could get a high angle shot of her. To take the photograph I had to perch myself very precariously on top of a gate post—the positions I get into photographing engines is at times unbelievable to say the least. I secured some fine photographs of " Supreme", but so many of her have been so far published that I decided not to include another here. I think it is wrong to judge " Supreme " today with what she was like when built, to do so 1 feel is unfair to the engineering skills of lack Wharton. One must realise the state this engine was in when acquired by Jack Wharton to fully appreciate the magnitude of the magnificent job that has been done in restoring this engine to her present day state. At Stourpaine I managed to get on to the footplate of " Supreme " for the first time. Everything is spading and large sized here and one can feel the power surging through this magnificent machine which not so many years back was just a heap of scrap, it gives one an awesome feeling. Mind you I have never liked those last four Fowlers mainly because they are so divorced from the traditional Fowler. In my view none of them could match for appearance such Fowlers as Codona's "Supremacy" " Renown" or "The Challenger", or J. Ling's "The Great Bear" or "The ' Gladiator", then there was those wonderfowler masterpieces that were owned by the Studts of South Wales. Such engines as " Queen Alexandra", " King Edward ", " George V ", "Admiral Fisher ", "Admiral Beresford ", or Murphy's " Violet Victoria ", "The Lion ", " Repulse" and " Renown". The list could go on but I think I have made my point, these are classic Fowlers. At Beaulieu this year however we have a Fowler with the traditional Fowler look, this is the " Iron Maiden ". What a name to give an engine ! It reminds me of an instrument of torture used in the Middle Ages. Her original name of " Kitchener" was bad enough, her new name leaves me cold. I could think of many better alternatives and also better lettering for her canopy sides. The present lettering doesn't do anything for her. However these are minor faults and they don't mar her fine appearance. This is a showman's Fowler the way I like to see a showman's Fowler. " Kitchener" as I prefer to call her, is one of the later day Fowlers with the deep coal bunker and is very similar to Codona's "Supremacy", although "Kitchener" is longer in the smoke-box. This type of Fowler made a particularly handsome engine when converted to showman's use. The dynamo bracket on "Kitchener" is wrapped around the smoke-box in true Fowler fashion, where as the dynamo brackets on Codona's " Renown", " Supremacy " and "The Challenger" were cut half way round similar to a Burrell. "Kitchener" also has the flat topped cylinder block like R. Hawthorne's " Renown" (ex Murphy) whereas 'Supreme" has the curved built up cylinder top like Codona's "Carry On ", little differences worthy of note. Another interesting feature is the difference in flywheel shapes between "Kitchener" and 'Supreme". The two of them made a very interesting comparison when generating alongside one another at Stourpaine. ' Kitchener"

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Burrell, No. 3887, " The Prince of Wales", at Beaulieu, 1971. Photograph by Bill Oswald.

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was not being revved so hard as Supreme", she was extremely quiet when on the belt and standing on the footplate one could feel a nice easy motion. Yes, I very much liked " Kitchener ". This one incidently was built for Portland Stone Quarries and engines really had to work there. They used to hang real loads on them, not just a threshing machine and a living van, and when conditions got bad with wet weather and you had gradients to negotiate with a load of stone hanging on your coupling bar you had to know what you were about. Quite a few engines which started their working life in the Portland Stone Quarries found their way into showland use in later years. In addition to " Kitchener " there was Dick Townsend's Fowler, " Princess Mary " which is happily still with us, then there was Charles Heal's Burrell, " England's Glory ", and Frank Codona's Burrell, " Royal Manor ", and E. Robinson's " Robin Hood ". I know that " Royal Manor " was one of the finest Burrells to work in Scotland. I had the opportunity of sampling the footplate of the big McLaren, " Goliath", here. McLaren always got the name for making a good engine, • this one seems to be no exception, f was amazed at the space on the footplate, plenty of room to move about here. The length of those connecting rods is unbelievable, but I was rather surprised at the short length of the eccentric straps by comparison. It, would certainly be a most thrilling and unforgettable sight to' see this engine in full cry on the road. I wouldn't by any means say that she was a good looker, but she is certainly impressive. She has a rather ugly dynamo bracket. Fosters of Lincoln said the first and last words on a dynamo bracket of this type. I liked the chimney cap on " Goliath', a very pleasing shape which suits the engine. I m also award full marks to the owner for retaining "Pat Collins " name o n the the cab sides and lettering it as befits a fairground engine. There is room for a lot more work to be done on this fine engine, but I believe the owner, the Rev. F. Coley, has big things planned for her. I look forward to seeing her again next season, and sampling once more that massive footplate. This year I managed to get a quick look through the Motor Museum itself, and what a fascinating place it turned out to be. The most interesting exhibit for me was " B. Birm's" 11- litre E.R.A. surely one of the most beautifully designed racing cars ever built. I had followed the exploits of this car before the war and felt that here at last I was meeting a dear old friend and although I knew it was forbidden, I could not resist patting the scuttle flare and driving mirror with the famous white mouse painted on it. I also found the motor cycle section no less fascinating, Sammy Millar's trials type " Ariel" is certainly a .show stopper. Then there were ihout wonderful action photographs of the T.T. with Geof Duke performing wonders on those grand single cylinder Nortons. On leaving the Motor Museum one was confronted with another showman type tractor, this time C. J. Barber's Tager, " Little Jim II", resplendent in her blue livery. This one blotted her copy-book by dropping her plug on Friday evening. Another casualty that same evening was "Supreme" which burst a gauge glass, however, Jack Wharton quickly had things tinder control and " Supreme" was away on the belt again shortly afterwards. The highlight of Friday evening came for me when through the kindness of her driver, Wilf Lane, I was able to spend almost an hour on the footplate of " General Gough ". These were certainly golden moments, to stand there and feel the heat from the firebox on the front of your legs and sway to the easy movement of the engine. To watch those crankshaft webs tumbling and turning, connecting rods flashing backwards and forwards and obove all to see those brass adorned dynamo and exciter pulleys gleaming in the light of the flame shaped electric bulbs. This is sheer intoxication. This is the irrisistible power that draws the writer away from his wife and family to spend a few treasured moments in the most exalted of all places, the footplate of a Burrell Scenic Showman's Engine, and let there be no doubt about it " General Gough " is a giant in her class. This year I enjoyed a better sleep at this event as Mr. Jimmy Miller gave me permission to use the cab of his Bedford lorry which houses the Du Wynn organ, the only one of its kind in the country. I had been enthralled by its melodious voice during the evening and now I had it as a sleeping companion.

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Two blankets were provided and Wilf Lane gave me a bag of food, such luxuries are not often provided on the rally field. I was indeed in the privileged class and enjoyed a good night's sleep. At last the sun came out so I was able to get down to the business of getting some more photographs of the engines. I had to work fast as I had a bus to catch at 11.27. I got the job done and had time for a few words with Jimmy Miller and Wilf Lane, then I was off back to rejoin the ship. For me the rally season was over but it had been the best one I had so far been through. There are other items I would liked to pass comment on such as some of the wonderful old fairground riding machines I have seen and sampled, but perhaps I may be able to do this at some future date. Jimmy Williams' 3 abreast is certainly worthy of an article on its own, never have I seen a machine like it and those animal scenes on the rounding boards are really something. The choice of illustrations has been a harder job than ever, I could have filled several issues of " steaming " with what I have had to leave out. I cannot end without expressing my gratitude to engine owners and rally officials and the people behind the scenes who have made it all possible, and to those engine owners and drivers who have given me special favours I tender a special word of thanks. Their kindness is very greatly appreciated. There are some engines which I would like to have seen and photographed again this season but for some reason or other our paths didn't cross. There are also some others who still evade my camera. I can only hope to gather them into the fold next year. The season has past and left me with many fine memories and a host of superb photographs. I am already looking forward to next year's rallies when once again I will be able to stand on the footplate of a showman's engine and sway with her gentle rhythm and savour that most satisfying of all smells—hot cylinder oil.

TED MEADOWCROFT, PETER VAN HOUTEN AND JOHN KNIGHT It is with great regret that we record the death of three well known and popular engine men. Ted had suffered from a serious kidney complaint for nearly two years. Over the months his body became weaker, but his determination and his love of steam remained as strong as ever. Only four or five days before he died Ted insisted on being taken to the Masham Rally. He had to remain in his caravan, but he was there, amongst the engines and the folk he knew and loved. Peter died in hospital following a road accident on the morning of a rally. He had owned his Foden tractor since about 1959 and had attended rallies at Appleford, Andover and right down to the South coast as well as throughout the Midlands. John Knight of Carlton, Notts., passed away recently at the age of 79. Together with his brother Tom, he carried on a Steam Roller contracting business that his father had started. He retired in 1950 his last roller, a 1921 Aveling, being sold for preservation. Mr. Knight was well known in the Midlands for he attended many rallies and never tired of steam. All three men will be sadly missed. On behalf of all members we extend our deepest sympathy to the relatives.

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LAYING UP FOR THE WINTER by " TECHNICIAN " There is no doubt that in most cases our engines deteriorate more in the months that they are not used than in the months that they are used. Most of us have a visit from the boiler inspector every spring. Quite a bit of preparation of the engine is required for this visit and much of it can he carried out before the winter starts so saving time in the spring and

at the same time ensuring that less corrosion takes place during the winter lay-up. Bearing this in mind a few notes on laying an engine up for winter may be helpful. First of all remove the ash pan, clean it out and give it a coat of either paint or oil. Remove the fire-bars and check to see if they are fit for service next season. Store them in a dry place. Clean out the smoke-box, sweep the tubes, wire-brush the inside of the fire-box and smoke-box. Having drained the water from the boiler and tanks remove manhole covers and screwed plugs. Wash out the boiler, removing all the scale and making sure the boiler is drained completely. Coat the inside of the fire-box and smoke-box with oil (a mixture of used sump oil with something a little heavier does very well). Using the tube brush, smear oil over fire side of the tubes. The chimney may be similarly treated. Remove all drain plugs from delivery pipes, clack boxes, injector and water pumps, turn the flywheel to make sure the pump is completely drained. Remove the bottom of the injector(s) and withdraw the "guts", keeping each lot seperate if more than one injector is fitted ; small tins will be found useful for this purpose. All plugs should be checked and stored safely. Remove the pressure gauge and the "curly" pipe that leads to it. Clean it and store away from frost (the top shelf of the airing cupboard being ideal). While on the manstand leave all cocks on, gauge glass fittings in the

" open " position. Open cylinder drain cocks and turn flywheel to ensure that any water that may have condensed in the cylinder(s) is removed. Drain hydrostatic lubricator, if fitted. Make sure there is no water in the mechanical lubricator.

Dismantle the safety valves, clean and store away safely. Smear thick oil or grease over all motion and bright steel, turning flywheel from time to time to ensure that every part is covered. The exhaust pipe and nozzle is an item that can suffer badly from corrosion during the winter. It is advisable when laying up an engine to remove these parts and use the opportunity to remove any build up of carbon. The coal bunker should be emptied, thoroughly cleaned out and either painted or oiled. The manstand and all places behind steam and water pipes cleaned and protected by paint or oil. Ideally an engine should be in a dry shed but failing this stand it on dry ground, preferably on timber or hardcore. If rubber tyres are fitted it is advisable to jack up the engine so that " flats " are not formed during the lay-up. Finally, sheet the engine so that air can circulate under the sheets. Places where sheets tend to rub such as the edge of near wheels can be protected by tying sacks onto that part first. Make sure the top of the chimney is covered and will remain covered throughout the winter. SOCIAL MEETINGS Masham (Yorks.) T.E. Club. 14th December, 1 1 th January, 8th February and 7th March, all at 7.30 p.m. Town Hall, Masham.

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RALLIES 1971 HAMILTON RALLY The Scottish Traction Engine Society in co-operation with the Hamilton Junior Chamber of Commerce and the Coltness Car Club held their 4th annual Veteran Cavalcade in the Palace Grounds, Hamilton, on the 22nd and 23rd May. A good turn-out of engines, veteran tractors and cars was received and a full programme of events was staged. Ruston Hornsby T.E., No. 43812 (Keg. No. MS3273), " Pride of Endrick " (1920). T. Holloway. Marshall Roller P.V., No. 83452 (Reg. No. SY3582) (1928). T. Rees and .1. L. Wood. Aveling & Porter Roller, No. AE14121 (Reg. No. FG7099), " Dragon ". Mrs. A. D. Winder. Fowler Road Locomotive, No. 17260 (Reg, No. ES9796), "Kenmore ". J. Drummond. Fowler Roller, No. 21636 (Reg. No. CS7859), " Covenanter " (1938). Master R. Kilpatrick. Foden Steam Wagon (Reg. No. 8118) (1916). Fodens Ltd. Marshall T.E., No. 78312 (Reg. No. SW1686), " Rob Roy". D. C. Stewart. Sentinel Steam Waggon, No. 5256 (Reg. No. SF1345) (1924). Dobsons. Burrell S.C.C. No. 3385 (Reg. No. S06600), "Dandle Dinmont ". J. Houston. Burrell S.E., No. 3526 (Reg. No. A06302), "Lightning II" (1913). R. Preston & Son, Potto, Yorks. 3" Scale Tasker T.E. (weight 6 cwt.). W. Gill. Marshall Portable (1914). W. Borthwick. Wallis & Steevens T.E., No. 8052 (Reg. No. SS1203), " East Lothian Star " (1930). T. A. Ramsay. Aveling & Porter Steam Tractor. F. Forrest. Amanco Stationary Engine. W. Steven. Tractors : Standard Fordson (1941); Allis Chalmers (1940); International Farmall M, owner C. McInally. L. G. Case (1942); International Farmall N, owner T. Holloway. Standard Fordson (1941), owner J. Dawson. Ferguson Tractor (1928) owner D. Ross. Foden Mill, No. 454 (1896); Davis Baler (1925), owner T. Holloway. Both exhibited working, driven by Ruston & Hornsby Traction Engine, "Pride of End rick ". Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies Mill. Tractor Mill on original iron wheels, owner C. Mclnally. Shown working driven by one of the owner's veteran tractors. Boneshaker Bicycle, owner F. H. Winder, maker unknown (1868). li" Scale Allchin Traction Engine, "Heather Belle" t Owner/builder, li" Scale Foden Mill f W. Steven. There was a good turn out of veteran cars including a very rare 1905 Rolls Royce in excellent condition. Music was provided by the band of the Royal Scots Greys. The first Caterpiller Cup was presented to Mr. T. Ramsay for the best restored engine, the Wallis & Steevens Traction Engine, "East Lothian Star ", the second Caterpiller Cup was presented to Mr. T. T. K. Donaldson of Ardrossan for the furthest travelled engine to attend the rally under its own steam, this Fowler Traction Engine travelled from Ardrossan to Hamilton, a distance of 40 miles, under her own steam.

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THE GILLINGHAM RALLY (MEDWAY STEAM FAIR) This, the second annual rally to take place on the Great Lines at Gillingham, Kent, was held on 15th and 16th May and although the estimated number of people attending was down on the same event in 1970, the organising Committee have already prepared a similar event for 1972. As with former rallies most of the engines had to travel long distances and the actual number attending included four that were not included in the programme. Les Birch, attending with his latest purchase, a roller of German origin which had arrived at 6 p.m. at Sellindge only the day before from France and made its first appearance at a rally. The roller, which was displayed on his low loader, was a 15 ton single crank compound piston valve model built by Zettelmeyer of Trier in 1930 and was purchased by a French firm of Guret in the district of Limoges where it was used during the German occupation of France in the 1939-45 war. Les had negotiated for two years before the actual transaction took place and the round journey to Guret and back entailed travelling 1,100 miles. The engines taking part were : Clayton & Shuttleworth S/Cylinder Agricultural Engine, No. 46823, " Dusty ", owned by Peter Fagg. Wallis & Steevens ' Advance ' Roller, No. 7962, " Smokey ", owned by Tom Tilbury. Marshall S/Cylinder G.P. Engine, No. 56125, owned by Bill Monday. Fowler 12 ton Compound Roller, No. 18503, owned by Colin Tucker. Aveling & Porter Convertible Roller, No. 6943, owned by David Rushton. Babcock & Wilcox 6 ton S/Cylinder Roller, No. 95/4009, "Toby ", owned by Richard Pearce. Clayton & Shuttleworth S/Cylinder Agricultural Engine, No. 36336, " Peggy ", owned by Mr. Michael Pink. Aveling & Porter S./Cylinder Tractor, No. 11840, " Jack Supreme ", owned by Mr. Jack Clark. Aveling & Porter 10 ton Compound Roller, No. 6378, " Elizabeth ", owned by Harry Pye. Fowler Compound Road Locomotive, No. 14754, " Endeavour ", owned by Richard and William Pierce. Davey Paxman S/Cylinder Agricultural Engine, No. 19412, owned by Robert Jardine. Fowler S/Cylinder Traction Engine, No. 13600, "Challenger", owned by Alan Jones. Fowler BB Ploughing Engine, No. 14213, owned by Richard Pierce. Fowler Ploughing Engine, No. 15345, owned by Mr. A. Morris. Zettelmeyer Roller, owned by Les Birch. Also present, and which took part in one or two events on both days, was Aveling-Barford Diesel Roller of 1934 (Twin flywheels) owned by Thomas Wood and Sons, driven by F. Clark. Two Marshall Diesel Tractors of 1945 and 1948 were also entered by E. J. Wood of Crockenhill, and a number of organs. Fowler Ploughing Engine, No. 15345, had been brought to the rally on a low loader from Earlswood, Surrey, by Jim Lowther and Robert Langley and was the only "working " engine present. This engine, with her ' sister' engine, No. 15344, have been dredging two lakes at Earlswood and have contracts for others. Alan Jones' Traction Engine was belted up to a Foster threshing drum owned by the writer and Wally May for both days. Events included Grand Parade, Obstacle Race, Beer Race, Slow Race, Musical Chairs and Tug of War which was between the public and Fowler engine, No. 15345. The commentary on both days was carried out in an excellent manner by Mr. Johnny Mayes, Chairman of the Herts. Steam Preservation Society. Forrests fair was present which included their 3-abreast Gallopers and Gavioli organ in fine tune and did very good trade. F.J.B.

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HUNGERFORD OLDE TYME FAYRE AND STEAM ENGINE RALLY The second Hungerford Olde Tyme Fayre and Steam Engine Rally was held on Hungerford Common, by kind permission of the Trustees of the Town and Manor of Hungerford, over the weekend of 12th and 13th June, despite a week of torrential rain. The weather miraculously cleared over the Saturday and Sunday, when in excess of 19,000 persons attended. Very gratifying considering that on the Thursday evening prior to the Rally, it certainly looked as if it would not be held at all. The Oldc Tyme Fayre contained, amongst other attractions, Harry Lee's Steam Yachts, Bill Dorman's steam-driven Gallopers, Armroyd Lane's newly restored Coronation Speedway Ark, Keith Emmett's Flying Chairs and Teddy Pratley Jnr.'s Early American Whip. The steam engine entries came mostly from members of the Thames Valley Traction Engine Club and featured many engines not seen at Hungerford before. Notably among these were Dr. J. Cam's beautifully restored Wallis & Steevens oil bath tractor, Peter Wyatt's partly restored Wallis & Steevens oil-bath Showman's tractor making its first appearance in public for many years, and two newcomers to the area, John & Brenda Newton's Burrell Road Locomotive, No. 4066, "John of Gaunt" (1927) and Philip Johnson's Clayton & Shuttleworth Road Locomotive, No. 17216 (1915). On show around the ground were many other exhibits including fair organs, vintage motor cycles, farm tractors, military vehicles, cars and commercial vehicles, oil engines and barn equipment. A large and comprehensive display of models, rural crafts and the like. A steam-hauled passenger carrying railway miniature traction engine giving rides, Punch & Judy, and Weights tenting circus were also featured. A dog pulling a dog-cart was a sight worth seeing, followed by two horses pulling two oil barrels. The Wimborne St. Giles fire engine was in attendance both days and was horsed on Sunday only, when two demonstrations of their skills were given. To round off the show, a special Sunday spectacular was a daring display by the Red Knights Free-Fall Parachute team. All in all a very enjoyable occasion, well worthy of a visit. J. L. N. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA The third Annual Rally was held on 3rd and 4th April, 1971. Items of particular interest are the Cowley Roller manufactured in 1932 at Eureka Ironworks, Ballarat, Victoria, and the Buffalo Springfield Roller, Twin Cylinder H.P. manufactured in U.S.A. This latter engine has wide rolls for asphalt work and a very light flywheel for quick reversals. Its acceleration is amazing. It will actually lift the front roll under certain conditions. ENGINES PRESENT : Robey 3 n.h.p. Portable, No. 28628 (1905). C. McClelland. Marshall 20 n.h.p. Twin Cylinder Portable (1924). W. Vears. TRACTIONS : Fowler 7 n.h.p., No. 9055 (1901). R. McKinnon. Fowler 8 n.h.p., No. 9709 (1903). D. Lang. Foden Compound, No. 1138 (1906). J. Smyth. Fowler 6 n.h.p., No. 8256 (1900). I. J. Rintoull. Marshall Compound ' S', No. 78377 (1924). K. Cord. Fowler 8 n.h.p. Tree Puller (1920). J. S. Robertson. Foden Compound Spring, 3 speeds, No. 983. J. & J. Smyth. Buffalo Springfield, Twin Cylinder, No. 10699 (1920). R. Rintoull. Fowler 12 ton Compound, No. 16243 (1924). D. Mickle. Cowley 5 n.h.p. 12 ton Compound (1932), built by Eureka Ironworks, Ballarat, Australia. W. McKinnon. Cowley 5 n.h.p. Compound (1930). D. Lang.

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STATIONARY STEAM ENGINES & TURBINES : Thirteen exhibits included 4 n.h.p. Vertical Tangye, a Kelly (U.S.A.) Vertical 5" X 5" engine. a Twin Cylinder Steam Logging Winch, Steam Engine, ex a mechanical stoker on railways, a 1 h.p. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies Dutch Yoke Engine/Pump, No. 8571, and a Greenwood & Batley 30,000 r.p.m. Turbine Generator set. Numerous models and stationary (I.C.) engines were also on show. A.R.

THE CANTERBURY (NEW ZEALAND) STEAM PRESERVATION SOCIETY (INC.) Steam Exhibition and Traction Engine Rally, 1st and 2nd May, 1971, This rally was held to raise funds for the Society's Working Steam Museum Project at McLeans Island, Harewcod. Engines present : Scale Model T.E. (1965). N. Rainey. Burrell McLaren 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 1241 (1914). A. B. Calder & Sons. Marshall 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 59601 (1914). A. B. Calder & Sons. McLaren 6 h.p. Single T.E., No. 1108 (1912). A. B. Calder & Sons. 'F.P., /111 (19n0). 11,-rland Z Mus,nn. iurrell 8 h.p. Burrell 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 3975 (1926). A. Greer. Foden 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 664 (1903). S. Nelson. Burrell 8 h.p. Single T.E., No. 3407 (1914). Bayes Bros. Robey 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No, 28295 (1909). Everest & Hoff. McLaren 6 h.p. Single T.E., No. 853 (1907). H. C. Quigley. Burrell 8 h.p. Compound T.P. No. 3229 (1910). A. CGibbsC^n. Marshall 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 52609 (1909. L. Quigley McLaren 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 957 (1909). L. Quigley. Burrell 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 3227 (1910). W. Vette, N. Kearns, G. Taylor and T. Hancox. Fowler 10 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 10320 (1906). L. Tong. Burrell 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 3228 (1910). F. McIntosh. Burrell 10 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 3130 (1909). R. Hawkins. Aveling 6 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 7484 (1913). Schneider & Ward. Aveling 5 h.p. Single R.R., No. 11320 (1924). Schneider & Ward. McLaren 4 h.p. Compound R.R., No. 1835 (1926). A. Berland. Burrell 4 h.p. Single T.E., No. 3510 (1913). S. Pester. McLaren 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 1188 (1911). N. Curragh. McI aren 5 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 1110 (1910). H. Feather. Fowler 8 h.p. Compound T.E., No. 12810 (1912). B. J. Milne. Garrett 3 h.p. Single Portable (1911). J. D. Hawkins. McLaren 8 h.p. Compound Tx., No. 797 (1903). R. L. K. Everest. Mills and Chaffcutters present : Anderson Threshing Mill and Empire Chaffcutter. A. B. Calder & Sons. Commonwealth Chaffcutter. H. Feather. Stationary Steam Machinery present : C.S.P.S.-20 h.p. Price Loco Boiler ; 31 X 2+ Weir Feed Pump. Ferrymead Trust-4 h.p. Shand Mason Fire Engine, No. 14026 (1873). Hassell Bros.—Sisson Single Cylinder (1926); Scott Single Cylinder ; Unknown Single Vertical ; Evans Steam Water Pump ; Smart Turner Duplex Feed Pump. H. Feather—Anderson Vertical Steam Engine ; Babcock & Wilcox Vertical Steam Engine. Hall & Pollock—Pyle National Steam Generators. J. Drummond—Twigg Stationary Oil Engine ; Unknown Oil Engine. L. M. Friend—Aspin 12 h.p. Petrol Engine (1939). J. Eaves—Anderson Vertical Boiler and Engine.

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FRENSHAM STEAM SAFARI, 19th and 20th JUNE, 1971

This event, which was organised jointly by the Three Counties Steam Preservation Society and the Farnham Lions Club, was a great success. As a first attempt at such a venture it was decided to keep to a small gathering and there were seventeen engines in attendance.

Frensham ponds are a famous beauty spot and the field utilised was on rising ground overlooking the great pond. The rain of the previous few days had affected the field very little although on the Friday, when the field was being staked and roped in pouring rain, all the helpers were filled with a sense of foreboding. However, Saturday morning came and the rain had stopped. The pleasant surroundings and the friendly atmosphere soon helped to dispel cares and forget the rain. With music from Jimmy Williams' Gavioli in the show ground and from Jim North's Gasparini at the other end of the field, the engines and spectators arriving, all was set for a successful afternoon and so it turned out, with a full programme of events in the arena. Saturday evening was spent most pleasantly with food and drink on the field in the beer tent. Music was provided by Jim North with the Gasparini Oith Garrett Tractor providing the power. To make the picture complete, Dick Martino and Lionel Veck kept their rollers in steam. A very enjoyable time was spent by all the engine owners, helpers and organisers. On Saturday night the rain came again, making the surface quite slippery and so Sunday's events were slightly curtailed so far as the heavy rollers were concerned. However, it was possible to get all the engines in for the grand parade. The Sunday programme was augmented with a fine selection of veteran, vintage and P.V.T. cars and commercials together with several old farm tractors. The prizes were to have been presented by Miss Liza Goddard of B.B.C.'s " Take Three Girls " fame, but she was delayed at an earlier function and " Miss Farnham " kindly deputised for her. From the kisses, the engine men did not mind the substitute 1 First prize was a magnificent silver cup won as expected by Michael Lugg with his Burrell, " William Il". The judging was expertly carried out by Jack Wakely who was presented with a formidable task. Engines taking part were :

Garrett Tractor, No. 33545, " Pride of Surrey " (1919). E. J. North. Fowler Tractor, No. 21221, Forest Queen " (1937). R. F. Giddings. Burrell Traction Engine, No. 4048, "William 11" (1926). M. Lugg. Burrell S.C.C. Traction Engine, No. 2933, " Marmacluke" (1907). C. C. Russell Burrell S.C.C. Traction Engine, No. 3201, "Achilles" (1910). .1. Elliott. Wallis & Steevens Traction Engine, No. 7625 (1917). J. Avery. Foster Tractor, No. 14514 (1919). D. Brandt. Wallis & Steevens ' Advance' Roller, No. 7848, "Rusty" (1925). C. Gardner. Wallis & Steevens ' Advance' Roller. No. 7962, "Srnokey " (1928). T. Tilbury. Aveling & Porter 10 ton Convertible Roller, No. 9108 (1920). L. Veck. Aveling & Porter 10 ton Roller, No. 9375, "Bordon King " (1920). C. C. Russell. Aveling & Porter 8 ton Roller, No. 14[47, " Vulcan " (1932). R. Martino. Wallis & Steevens 4 ton Roller, No. 2656, "Little Olga" (1903). D. Hirst. Paden 6 ton Wagon, No. 13716, "Peg 0' My Heart" (1932). J. Hampshire. Sentinel 8 ton Wagon, No. 8393, " Sultan " (1928). H. M. S. Sultan. Sentinel S4 type Wagon, No. 9277 (1937). R. Bailey. Robey Class A Portable (pre-restoration), No. 40892 (1923). P. Smart. A fine selection of models was on display arranged by Wilf Smith. The commentary was given by Brian Johnson. The event raised a considerable amount of money for the Intensive Care Unit of Farnham Hospital and the undoubted success is due to the cooperation between the two clubs and most of all from the engine owners. It is hoped that this will be an annual event and already plans are being

made for next year.

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DEVON RALLY The Racecourse at Newton Abbot was this year's venue for the club's rally over the weekend of June 5/6. The choice of site in an area where there has not been a rally hitherto was well proven by the excellent gate, especially on the second day, drawing the public from the extensive Torbay holiday area, as well as friends and visitors from farther afield. The club had the use of the permanent buildings on the course which was a distinct asset and, with the weather holding good, the 1971 rally went off very successfully, attracting 24 steam entries, backed up by a varied selection of veteran and vintage tractors, stationary engines, pre-war motor cars and several old commercial vehicles. Most of the steamers arrived under their own power, Mr. Armstrong-Evans qualifying for the Harold Stenner Memorial Trophy for having travelled the longest distance on iron wheels—from Launceston, Cornwall, via Ivybridge (where he did a rolling job en route !)— with his 8 ton Piston Valve Aveling Single, No. 11216 (Reg. No. TT4018), delightfully named "'Obby 'Oss", while Mr. Geoffrey King, with his S4 Sentinel, No. 9192 (Reg. No. CML 781), collected the W. D. & 0. H. Wills Endurance Trophy for the longest distance travelled—from Mark, near Highbridge in Somerset. The writer's Burrell Compound Roller, No. 4018 (Reg. No. PR4449), and near neighbour Derrick Marriot both made the journey from cast of Exeter In convoy, during the course of which the well known Telegraph Hill had to be ascended. The Burrell, in top gear and ably fired by Ken Stenner and kept on course by our worthy Fred Burt, overtaking Derrick's Aveling Single, No. 9074 (Reg. No. FX7061), at about the halfway stage up the hillside, the summit being reached in about 25 minutes, lunch being taken at the top while man and machine rested ! Several engines were making their first appearances in public in Devon, probably most eye-catching as regards colour schemes being Dennis Muxworthy's little 8 ton Fowler Compound Roller. No. 16157 (Reg. No. DD5490), beautifully restored in an attractive blue livery with black and yellow lining out, its original colours when new to Gloucester County Council in 1924. This is another ex-Dingle's roller that was purchased for preservation in 1960 by the late Fred Stenner of Eggesford. A.G.C. Garrett Tractor. No. 31193 (Reg. No. BJ1659), " Henrietta ", H. Fry & Sons. Aveling Traction. No. 5150 (Reg. No. BW4990), " Prince". C. J. Lee. Burrell S/Crank Compound, No. 3034 (Reg. No. AF3580). B. D. Camp. Marshall S.C./S.V. Traction, No. 55437 (Reg. No. EB2873), "Elizabeth" W. E. Hazell, Dulverton. Wallis Expansion Traction, No. 7294 (Reg. No. H05601), "Sheaf of Arrows" D. E. Dicker, Craton. Marshall S.C./S.V. Traction, No. 45872 (Reg. No. BP5819). T. H. Sharman. Aveling Compound Traction, No. 9096 (Reg. No. AF6001). A. T. Hooper. Burrell Tractor, No. 3689 (Reg. No. BP5927), "Sunrise". C. J. Lee, Exmouth. Foden Tractor, No. 13454 (Reg. No. KX3340). G. Lynch, Barnstaple. Foden Wagon, No. 13316 (Reg. No. IJU1283). H. J. Gilbert, Exeter. Sentinel 'Super' Wagon, No. 5104 (Reg. No. CA6395). D. Courtier, Haytor. Sentinel S4 Wagon, No. 9192 (Reg. No. CML78I). G. B. King, Highbridge. Ransomes Portable, No. E409, S.C., 6 h.p. G. Hawkins, Wadebridge. Aveling S.C./S.V. Roller, No. 7641 (Reg. No.FX6996) 1 E. J. Sims and J. Wallis ' Advance ' Roller, No. 7878 (Reg. No. H06482) f Snell, N'ton Abbot. Aveling S.C./S.V. Roller, No. 9074 (Reg. No. FX7061). D. Marriot, Exeter. Burrell Compound Roller, No. 4018 (Reg. No. PR4449). A. G. Coombes. Marshall Compound Roller, No. 74744 (Reg. No. TA2443). A. Chambers. Aveling P. V. Compound Roller, No. 10625 (YA5592). D. Courtier, Haytor. Clayton & Shuttleworth S.C. Convertible Roller, No. 48835 (Reg. No. YA7417). Messrs. Tanner, Noyce & Perkins, Kingsbridge. Fowler Compound Roller, No. 16157 (Reg. No. DD5490). D. Muxworthy. Fowler S.C./S.V. Roller, No. 19570 (Reg. No. AAF704). A. Bennett, Torquay. Fowler Compound Roller, No. 18873 (Reg. No. CV3579). A. Sanders. Aveling S.C./P.V. Roller, No. 11216 (Reg. No. TT4018), "'Obby 'Oss ". Armstrong Evans & Sons, Launceston.

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WELFORD STEAM ENGINE RALLY The Welland Valley Vintage Traction Club and the Coventry Gliding Club again joined forces to present the Welford Steam Engine Rally on the Husbands Boswell Airfield. Despite poor weather on the Sunday, 14,163 people attended the event, which included Messrs. Ashley's Steam Gallopers, a 2' 0" gauge steam railway, a miniature railway, model tent, vintage tractors and various agricultural displays. Twenty-two engines were present, representing ten makers and coming from eight counties, and we were particularly pleased to welcome two new entrants from Warwickshire. All engines competed in the various ring events on both days, the highlight of which was the Sentinel Timber Tractor defeating about 50 people in the tug of war under quite wet conditions. The 2' 0" gauge railway locomotive, " Pixie", and rolling stock from the Cadeby Light Railway owned by the Rev. Teddy Boston proved a great attraction with the public ; over 2,000 people sampled a trip during the weekend. The railway was staffed by volunteers from the Kettering & District Locomotive Society and the engines driven by the Rev. E. R. Boston and his helpers. Efficient coal and water supplies were provided and the airfield makes an ideal site as it has a large area of level concrete standing for the engines. In an attempt to obtain the views of the general public, a "market research " type survey was carried out. Apart from obtaining useful information for advertising, etc., it was rather humorous to note a complaint about the lack of candy-floss, and the worst feature of the rally being given as " the smoke ". It was rather disappointing to receive a complaint from a " regular rally attender" that the toilets were " primitive ". This despite a three-figure sum being expended in hiring flush, mains connected mobile conveniences ! We shall endeavour to correct our miscomings next year. Copies of the 12 page illustrated programme can be obtained by sending a 9+" X 6" s.a.e. to Mr. R. E. West, 4 Adam & Eve Street, Market Harborough, Leics. List of Engines Allchin 7 h.p. Single Cylinder Traction Engine, No. 2146. A. R. Story. Aveling & Porter 5 ton Tractor, No. 12152. D. Crawley. Aveling & Porter 10 ton 'F' type Compound Roller, No. 12342. K. Gays. Aveling-Barford 6 ton Single Cylinder Roller, No. AC624. R. J. Blenkinsop. Burrell 6 h.p. Single Crank Compound Traction Engine, No. 3126. J. Robins. Burrell 6 h.p. Single Crank Compound Traction Engine, No. 3262. J. S. & J. W. Vaughan. Clayton & Shuttleworth 7 h.p. Single Cylinder Traction Engine, No. 44103. J. T. Beeby. Clayton & Shuttleworth 7 h.p. Single Cylinder Traction Engine, No. 48215. E. James. oster 7 h.p. Single Cylinder Traction Engine. No. 14593. Rev. E. R. Boston. bster 7 h.p. Single Cylinder Traction Engine, No. 14637. P. J. Dickens. Fowler 6 h.p. Compound Traction Engine, No. 10855. R. G. Care. Fowler 7 h.p. Single Cylinder Traction Engine, No. 12761. Mrs. E. Sansome. Fowler 10 ton Single Cylinder Roller, No. 15854. D. J. Bartlett. Fowler 10 ton Compound Roller, No. 16614. P. J. Dickens. Marshall Conversion, No. 78667. P. J. Dickens. Marshall 7 h.p. Single Cylinder Traction Engine, No. 52367. P. Ives. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies 7 h.p. Single Cylinder Traction Engine, No. 25542. J. E. Holman. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies 4 h.p. Compound Tractor, No. 39088. G. Main. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies 7 h.p. Compound Traction Engine, No. 42035. J. Vernon. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies 7 h.p. Compound Traction Engine, No. 42036. A. E. Sage. Sentinel Timber Tractor, No. 9097. C. H. James. Wallis & Steevens 10 ton Single Cylinder Roller, No. 2524. W. G. Leedham.

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MIDLAND FESTIVAL OF STEAM, STAFFORD As in previous years this N.T.E.C. Approved event providing interest for all members of the family was organised by the North Staffordshire and Cheshire Traction Engine Club together with the Colton Village Hall Entertainments Committee at the County Show Ground, Stafford, with all the excellent facilities that this site can provide. The two days of warm sunny weather attracted a record attendance of some 36,000 people, which provided no. difficulies for the efficiently run site services and the traffic control of the Staffordshire County Constabulary. The well laid out Fairground with its centre dominated by Ashley's Gallopers and Bishton's Cakewalk, fully supported by a good selection of Side Stalls and Juvenile rides was very well patronised on both days. In addition to the engines detailed below, an excellent exhibition of Veteran and Vintage Vehicles. Farm Tractors and early type oil engines provided considerable interest for both young and ❑ld. The high standard of perfection in the. Model Engineering Exhibition was once again provided by the North Staffordshire Society of Model Engineers and the Miniature Railways provided by them and Mr. Clifford James of Newport, Salop, ran to full capacity during the show.

ENGINES PRESENT WERE AS FOLLOWS : Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive, No. 3471, "The Rover ". Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive, No. 3509, " Rajah ". Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive, No. 3847, "Princess Marina". Fowler Showman's Road Locomotive, No. 15375, "Supremacy ".

Fowler, No, 14588, Enterprise ". Fowler B.B. Plougher, No. 14381, " Excalibur ". Fowler B.B. Plougher, No. 14382, "Excelsior ". Mclaren Traction, No. 127. " Little Wonder". Burrell Double Crank Compound, No. 3746, " Princess Alexandra". Burrell Single Crank Compound, No. 2706, " The Admiral ". Burrell Single Crank Compound, No. 2950, " Little Mac ".

Fowler T.E., No. 9507, " Little Marlborough ". Foster T.E., No. 12539, " Winnie ". Ruston & Proctor T.E., No. 44836, "Tulip Queen ". Marshall T.E., No. 74489, " Welsh Lady ". Manns Tractor, No. 1287, " Tiny Tim ". Aveling & Porter Tractor, No. 11251. Clayton & Shuttleworth Tractor, No. 49008, " Apollo ". Clayton & Shuttleworth R.R., 46688. Clayton & Shuttleworth R.R., No. 48944, "Paradox". Fowler R.R., No. 16392, "Alice". Aveling & Porter R.R., No. 9128. Aveling & Porter R.R., No. 10084, " Gaily Princess ". Marshall Universal R.R., No. 86984. Foden 5 ton Steam Wagon, No. 6368, " Pride of Edwin ". Foden Timber Tractor, No. 11788, " Matilda". Foden D' Type Tractor, No. 13784. Sentinel S4 Steam Lorry, No. 8942.

Sentinel S4 Steam Lorry, No. 9075, " Holmevelian ". Sentinel S4 Steam Lorry, NO. 8884. Sentinel DG Tractor, No. 9236, "Queen Mary ". Ruston Potrable, No. 29011. MARKET BOSWORTH TRACTION ENGINE RALLY The ninth annual Traction Engine Rally was held on the 20th and 21st August on our usual site on the Cadeby Lane, Market Bosworth. Despite inclement weather conditions on Saturday, a good crowd on Sunday helped to make this one of our most successful rallies. The unfortunate death on the morning of the rally of the well known local Foden tractor owner, Mr. Peter Van Houten cast a shadow over the event. He was a regular attender and a personal friend of most of the exhibitors. He will be sorely missed throughout all East Midlands events.

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One of the principal attractions was a steam cultivating equipment demonstration using Mr. John Mayes' tackle. Not all entrants had an uneventful journey. Mr. Swindlehurst's Burrell developed injector trouble several miles away and the fire had to be drawn. John Vernon's Scammell tractor went to the rescue and the engine and van suffered the indignity of arriving at the Rally towed by a diesel. Steam, had its revenge later in the day when the aforementioned Scammell got stuck in a ditch and had to be rescued by the Rev. E. R. Boston's Foster. For the second year a double roped ring was successfully used. In addition to the usual events was a re-enactment of the Battle of Bosworth Field, which took place 486 years ago on a field nearby. This was fought between six engines each carrying either a red or white rose. A.L. LIST OF STEAM ENGINES PRESENT : Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 5163 (Reg. No. NR6525), " Thistledown " (1903). Rev. E. R. Boston. Foster Traction, No. 14593 (Reg. No. FE9179), " Fiery Elias " (1927). Rev. E. R. Boston. Ransomes Traction Engine, No. 42035 (Reg. No. ANG194) (1932). J. Vernon. Fowler Roller, No. 15691 (Reg. No. CA4776) (1922). A. R. Etherington. Ransomes Traction Engine, No. 42036 (Reg. No. TL2366) (1932). A. E. Sage. Marshall Roller, No. 78572 (Reg. No. NR6296) (1925). F. R. Coombes. Garrett Tractor, No. 33986 (Reg. No. BJ5601), Victor " (1920). A. Tingay. Burrell Traction, No. 3126 (Reg. No. BJ7155) (1909). J. Robins. Fowler Traction, No. 12761 (Reg. No. 397TRO), " Elsa " (1911). Mrs. E. Sansome. Fowler Roller, No. 15854 (Reg. No. WT1568) (1923). D. J. Bartlett. Aveling & Porter Tractor, No. 9267 (Reg. No. KE1290), " Emma " (1918). A. Henton. Aveling-Barford Roller, No. AI-1392 (Reg: No. CTI.227) (1946). A. Henton. Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 14129 (Reg. No. WD2760) (1931). A. Henton. Fowler 'Traction, No. 14600 (Reg. No. .H05590) (1915). W. ord. Marshall Roller, No. 82517 (Reg. No. RR7519) (1927). J. T. Beeby. Fowler Ploughing Engine, No. 2693 (Reg. No. NR1212) (1886). Beeby Bros. Fowler Ploughing Engine, No. 14381 (Reg. No. NM558), Excalibur " (1917). J. Mayes. Fowler Ploughing Engine, No. 14382 (Reg. No. NM557), " Excelsior " (1917). P. J. Mayes. McLaren Traction, No. 127 (Reg. No. H05618), " The Little Wonder " (1882). J. A. Mayes. Burrell Showman's, No. 3847 (Reg. No. CL4483), " Princess Marina " (1912). D. Walker. Ruston & Hornsby Traction, No. 115100 (Reg. No. D02953) (1922). J. Swingler. Clayton & Shuttleworth Traction, No. 47015 (Reg. No. BD5483) (1915). W. H. & L. Fowler. Allchin Traction, No. 2146 (Reg. No. FP1259) (1922). A. R. Story. Foster Traction, No. 14564 (Reg. No. FE8055), Lady Pride of the Fens " (1926). R. E. Baxter. Marshall Roller, No. 76796 (Reg. No. FU1326) (1923). K. Hubbard. Marshall Roller, No. 81427 (Reg. No. PY6079), " Anne " (1926). D. W. Waters. Garrett Traction, No. 29764 (Reg. No. AC9326), " Olive " (1911). A. G. Baker. Burrell Showman's, No. 3509 (Reg. No. G6469), " Rajah " (1913). J. P. Swindlehurst. Steam Conversion of Bradford Van (Reg. No. MOA 1), " The Novelty " (1967). J. Harding. Amongst other steam attractions were Mr. W. Dorman's Gallopers, Mr. J. Wakefield's Miniature Railway and a selection of Miniature engines. Also appearing were fair organs entered by Messrs. Mills, Turlington, Cragg, Swindlehurst and Smith.

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THE LISKEARD RALLY, CORNWALL Organised by the Cornish Traction Preservation Club and held on the 4th and 5th of September, this rally was an attempt to break away from the traditional type of rally. A lot of work went into organising the ' special' part of this rally with a great deal of success. Two saw benches sawed timber almost continuously, powered by Wes Coad's Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies 8 n.h.p. Compound, No. 38088, and either Mike Hynd's Aveling, No. 4255, or Anthony Hooper's Aveling, No. 9096. Threshing machines owned by Anthony Hooper, Dick Wood and Len Hosking were busy both afternoons and a small barn thresher powered by a Blackstone diesel engine was at work too. Straw produced from the machines was baled very ably by George James' machine powered by his Marshall ex-roller, No. 77479. Turning ones back on the belt powered machinery several acres of corn stuble was to be seen and this provided the fist uppui tunity Fut ploughing denionsttations at a tally iti Cornwall. On Saturday, the vintage tractors had a go—a Titan and an Overtime pulled ploughs with plumes of steam from their cooling tanks. Later a more conventional Fordson Standard and then a Baby Case had a go. When George James had finished driving the baler with his Marshall conversion he decided to try ploughing by direct traction—successfully too—even on rubber tyres. This caused a little surprise and on Sunday the McLaren ploughing engine was busy ploughing by direct traction and later in the afternoon some pulls were made by the cable return being by a tractor. It is a pity that the owner of another ploughing engine was unable to bring his engine to Cornwall that weekend. Being the first rally in the area it was gratifying to have an entry of twentyone engines. Newcomers to Cornish Traction Rallies were Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 11220, owned by Roger Pridham of Gunnislake ; Fowler Roller, No. 18873. owned by A. Saunders of Bow, Crediton. This is the ex Truro City Council roller. Russell GillhorrIN fine Marshall, Nn 3R074, made its first appearance at a C.T.P.C. rally, as did Dr. Dyke's Foden Wagon, No. 10530. Two fair organs were present, the 89 key Gavioli, owned by the Gladiator Club and the 98 key Gavioli owned by Bill Jonas. Plenty of early I.C. Tractors were present for the enthusiasts—one of the best collections I have seen and many of them doing a job of work at the rally. Cars, motor cycles and oil engines were there in abundance to complete what turned out to be a very good rally with progressive ideas and the enthusiasm to put the Ideas Into practice. C.D. Engines present were : Aveling & Porter Convertible, No. 4255. M. S. Hynd. Aveling & Porter 8 ton Roller, No. 5853. D. Knight. Aveling & Porter 6 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 8401. F. W. Weeks. Aveling & Porter 6 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 9096, A. T. Hooper. Avcling & Porter 10 ton Roller, N. 10625. D. Courtier. Aveling & Porter 8 ton Roller, No. 11216. Armstrong Evans & Sons. Aveling & Porter 13 ton Roller, No. 11220. Burrell Showman's Locomotive, No. 3159. The Gladiator Club. Clayton & Shuttleworth 5 n.h.p. Convertible, No. 46817. E. D. Solway. Foden 5 ton Wagon, No. 10530. Dr. W. R. Dyke. Fowler If/ ton Roller, No. 18075. Messrs. R. Dingle & Sons. Fowler 12 ton Roller, No. 18873. A. Saunders. Marshall 6 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 38024. G. R. Gillbard. Marshall 5 n.h.p. ex Roller, No. 77479. G. James. McLaren 16 n.h.p. Ploughing Engine, No. 1552. Daniel Bros. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies 8 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 38088. J. W. Coad. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies 4 n.h.p. Portable, No. E409. W. G. Hawkins. Robey 4 n.h.p. Express Tractor, No. 43165. W. G. Hawkins. Sentinel Super Wagon, No. 5104. D. Courtier. Wallis & Steevens 6 ton ' Advance ' Roller, No. 7979. Messrs. Daniel and Welsby. Wallis & Steevens 10 ton ' Advance' Roller, No. 8095. Messrs. R. Dingle & Sons.

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THE WADEBRIDGE RALLY—THE CORNISH TRACTION PRESERVATION CLUB Only on the Monday before the rally the organisers were told that the site originally promised would not be available and that a nearby field was to be used instead. This did not have the space or amenities of the original site, so a lot of replanning was needed. The Friday was a day of continuous heavy rain and gale force wind, so little was done on that day. The Saturday was dry and work got off to an early start and because of the excellent drainage characteristics of the field some engines were able to move around unaided, others needed a set of paddles and the rollers required frequent pulls from tractor winches. Ring events got off on time, a conventional grand parade followed by an attempt at a winching demonstration by the McLaren plougher which initially only cleanly removed the front coupling from Mr. Hooper's Aveling.. Centre of a lot of attraction was the rack bench which was at work for most of the afernoon, a five foot diameter blade and some big sticks caused a very pleasant exhaust beat from Mr. Hynd's Aveling. Several new corners to the rally were amongst the engine entries, Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 10625, from Haytor in Devon ; Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 8301, from St. Agnes ; Marshall, No. 43345, from Truro ; Clayton and Shuttleworth, No. 48279, from Redruth ; and Aveling & Porter, No. 4255, from Gunnislake. Four Fair Organs were present. Upwards of twenty stationary engines formed a very interesting part of the; rally, these little engines are always of interest as their age, size and make vary so much. This N.T.E.C. Approved event was one of the best rallies that has been held at Wadebridge for some time. Engines present : Aveling & Porter— Traction Engine, No. 4255. M. S. Hynd. Showman's Tractor, No. 6093. G. L. Sleeman. Roller, No. 5853. D. Knight. Roller, No. 8301. B. W. True. Traction Engine, No. 8401. F. W. Weeks. Traction Engine, No. 9096. A. T. Hooper. Roller, No. 10045. S. H. Lander. Roller, No. 10625. D. Courtier. Burrell— Traction Engine, No. 3121. G. Alford. Showman's Road Locomotive, No. 3159. The Gladiator Club. Roller, No. 4060. H. James. Clayton & Shuttleworth— Traction Engine, No. 46817. E. D. Solway. Traction Engine, No. 48279. D. C. Soloman. Fowler— Traction Engine, No. 7942. G. Hawkins. Roller, No. 18075. R. Dingle & Sons. Roller, No. 18843. G. Hawkins. McLaren Ploughing Engine, No. 1552. R. A. and C. F. Daniel. Marshall— Traction Engine, No. 34022. H. James. Traction Engine, No. 43345. R. Jennings. Ex Roller, No. 77479. G. James. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies— Traction Engine, No. 38088. J. W. Coad. Portable, No. E409. G. Hawkins. Robey Tractor, No. 43165. G. Hawkins. Sentinel Wagon, No. 5104. D. Courtier. Wallis & Steevens `Advance'Roller, No. 7979. R. A. Daniel and R. D. Welsby. C.F. and R.A.D.

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THE WEST OF ENGLAND STEAM ENGINE SOCIETY ANNUAL RALLY The sixteenth rally organised by this society was held again at Sinns Barton, near Rcdruth, on August 21st and 22nd. Ideal weather conditions helped to make this a very well attended event, over twenty-two thousand people came to see the show. Of the thirty-five engines present in steam there were four new-comers to this rally, Clayton & Shuttleworth, No. 48279, owned by David Soloman ; Aveling & Porter, No. 10625, owned by David Courtier ; Aveling & Porter, No. 5853, owned by Douglas Knight ; and Garrett Portable, No. 34193, owned by Eddie Hilliyer. The two Avelings are well known in East Cornwall but this is the first West of England Steam Engine Society Rally they have attended. The Clayton & Shuttleworth is well known after her debut last Easter, but the Garrett portable was inukiiig het first public appearance. Steam was raised for the first time for many years only the weekend before the rally. The rebuilding work is a tribute to her owner mechanically and paintwork-wise the engine is in top class order. The other Garrett Portable, No. 34659, attended the rally as it has for many years. but this year under new ownership, that of Len Hoskin. The only engine to attend every rally organised by this society was present this year as a static exhibit only, some boiler repairs are necessary before Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 5541, can be steamed again. Two engines, Super Sentinel, No. 5104 and the above mentioned Aveline, both owned by David Courtier, came From Devon to attend the rally, but the engine to travel farthest to the rally under her own power was Aveling & Porter G type Roller, No. 11220, which travelled from Gunnislake on the eastern border of Cornwall and arrived with three trailers. Another newcomer to our rally was a small steam powered carriage. About six feet long and three feet wide it was built locally about 40 years ago by two model makers and has lain unused for many years. Recently it was rescued and restored. The now oil fired rectangular boiler is pressed to only 25 lbs. p.s.i. The rally was opened on the Saturday by Mr. James Hodge, Chairman of the Trevithick Society, who rode around the ring with other dignitaries in the Society's traction engine truck. Soon the grand parade was under way—engines, LC. tractors. cars, motor cycles and horse-drawn vehicles. The highlight of the ring events for many people was the now familiar tug-of-war between the McLaren ploughing engine and enthusiastic members of the audience. Stalemate was eventually reached as the engine dug herself into the field. An attempt for a decisive win by steam was made by attaching George Alford's 8 n.h.p. Burrell to the front end of the McLaren but four hundred pairs of shoes have better adhesion than four traction engine wheels. '[he ring events were well supported by machinery at work outside the ring. At the top of the field Aveling & Porter Convertible, No. 4255, was busy di iving her owner's rack saw bench and although some problems with a flat pulley on the saw and rather a short belt was encountered, the spectators found plenty of activity to watch. Nearby an exhibition was staged by the Trevithick Society. A repeater lathe was making spokes for wooden wheels. Power was supplied either by Ransotnes, Simms & Jefleries Portable Engine, No. E409, or a horse whim. The horse whim is a device by which up to four horses walk around in a circle attached to arms on a vertical shaft which transmits power to a horizontal shaft by bevel gears. Steam threshing was provided by Fowler Road Locomotive, No. 12693, and Ransomes, Simms & Jelferies 54" machine, both owned by Will Alford. An up and coming section of the rally is that which exhibits stationary oil engines, over twenty were on show this year, one of the biggest and of a rare make was a six horse power Victoria. Agricultural tractors too made quite an impact on the rally. More than twenty were present, the oldest being two International Titans. Three fair organs were in attendance, the Gladiator Club's recently acquired 89 key Gavioli, Bill Jonas's 98 key Gavioli and Mrs. Sleeman's 80 key De-Cap. Vintage cars and motor cycles totalled over fifty exhibits and the best ever show was put on by the Perranporth and District Model Engineering Society.

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Engines present were : Aveling-Barford 10 ton Roller, No. AH162. V. H. Carveth. Aveling & Porter Convertible, No. 4255. M. S. Hynd. Aveling & Porter 5 ton Roller, No. 5541. Mrs. Pettitt (not in steam). Aveling & Porter 8 ton Roller, No. 5853. D. Knight. Aveling & Porter XAC type Tractor, No. 6093. Mrs. G. L. Sleeman. Aveling & Porter 12 ton Roller, No. 8301. B. W. True. Aveling & Porter 12 ton Roller, No. 10187. Messrs. Leath and Pearce. Aveling & Porter 10 ton Roller, No. 10190. R. W. Haynes. Aveling & Porter 10 ton Roller, No. 10625. D. Courtier. Aveling & Porter 13 ton Roller, No. 11220. R. K. Pridham, Armstrong Whitworth 10 ton Roller, No. 10R19. G. Ingleby-Oddy. Burrell 8 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 3121. G. Alford. Burrell 7 n.h.p. Showman's Road Locomotive, No. 3159. The Gladiator Club. Clayton & Shuttleworth 5 n.h.p. Convertible, No. 46817. E. D. Solway. Clayton & Shuttleworth 6 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 48279. D. Soloman. Foden 5 ton Wagon, No. 10530. Dr. W. R. Dyke. Fowler 5 n.h.p. Road Locomotive, No. 12693. F. W. Alford. Fowler 10 ton Roller, No. 18075. R. Dingle & Sons. OarreEt No. 4 Tractor, No. 33353. B. H. Broad. Garrett Portable, No. 34193. E. Hillyer. Garrett Portable, No. 34659. L. Hosking. Marshall 6 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 38024. G. R. Gillbard. Marshall 6 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 43345. R. H. Jennings. Marshall 7 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 62121. J. H. Trounson. Marshall 8 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 69303. Messrs. Leath and Pearce. Marshall 12 ton Roller, No. 75826. J. Nicholls. Marshall 5 n.h.p. conversion from Roller, No. 77479. G. James & Son Marshall 12 ton Roller, No. 88096. J. H. Pengelly. McLaren 6 n.h.p. Traction Engine, No. 547. C. P. Gregory. McLaren 16 n.h.p. Ploughing Engine, No. 1552. Daniel Bros. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies Potrable, No. E409. W. G. Hawkins. Robey 4 n.h.p. Express Tractor, No. 43165. W. G. Hawkins. Sentinel Super Wagon, No. 5104. D. Courtier. Wallis & Steevens 6 ton ' Advance ' Roller, No. 7979. Messrs. Daniel and Welsby. Wallis & Steevens 6 ton ' Advance ' Roller. No. 8030. W. D. I. Gunn. Wallis & Steevens 10 ton ' Advance' Roller, No. 8095. Messrs. R. Dingle. & Sons. C.D. YORK The second Transport of Yesteryear Parade and Steam Fair took place in York on the 15th and 16th May, and this year comprised part of the 1900th Anniversary Celebrations of the founding of the city. The fair comprised of steam driven rides, Ashley's Gallopers and Harry Lee's Yachts. Several engines took part in a procession through the streets of the city on the 16th May and these were : Mr. L. C. Byass' Foster Showman's, No. 14632, "Success"; Mr. L. V. Brookbank's Foden Tractor, No. 12782, " Angelina ": Messrs. Brook, Hirst & Marsden's Sentinel, No. 9075, "Holmevallan " ;) Mr. P. Ogden's Burrell G.P., No. 4032 Mr. W. Payne's Fowler Tractor, No. 14798, " Firefly " and Mr. J. Hardy's Aveling & Porter Tractor, No. 9183, "The Pirate". Also exhibited were the following engines : Mr. P. Rhodes' Burrell G.P., No. 1426, "Old Faithful"; Mr. J. Whitwell's Clayton & Shuttleworth, No. 48385, " Yorkshire Lass": Mr. R. Oliver's Aveling & Porter, No. 14068, "Hunslet ": Mr. M. D. Thackray's Fowler Showman's, No. 14862, "Evening Star"; Meadowcroft's Fowler, No. 14948, " Piince of Wales": Mr. H. Raley's Wallis & Steevens G. P., No. 7774; and Messrs. Bass-Charrington (North) Ltd.'s Standard Sentinel, No. 1488. D.A.R.

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MARSHALL-FOWLER GALA AND SPORTS DAY, TEMPLENEWSON, LEEDS As added attractions at their annual Gala and Sports Day this year, Marshall-Fowler Ltd. arranged the attendance of two veteran Fowler Products. The veterans were Mr. W. Chilvers' 1902 Road Locomotive, No. 9381, " Lady Betty " (Reg. No. WR6770) and Mr. E. F. Whitehead's 1925 Steam Roller, No. 16235, " Hercules" (Reg. No. AV45). They were to be compared with a Road-Marshall diesel roller and a large caterpillar tracked earth mover. Great interest was expressed in the two steam engines by the employees of the Fowler-Marshall group who had travelled not only from Leeds but also from Gainsborough and Doncaster to the event. D.A.R.

HAREWOOD, LEEDS & DISTRICT T.E.C. This year's attendance was down to 29,600 from 1970's record 48,000. Every morning and well into the afternoon was cold, wet and blustery. Some excellent publicity in the form of a couple of extra pages called a " wrap-round " in the Yorkshire " Evening Post " would. I feel sure, have pushed the attendance to 50,000 plus, had reasonable weather prevailed. The I eetii Club, in 1970. initiated a scheme to bring two Special Entries " to their rally. Two entries of special interest ; two engines that otherwise would not have attended. This year's specials were Rev. F. Coley's McLaren Showman's, "Goliath ", the well known Pat Collins engine that has been more or less derelict for a good many years. The Rev. Coley and his men have already gone a long way towards restoring her to her former glory. The other special was J. Ci, Barrack's Foden 1 ractor, "Heilan' Laddic 11444 started life in 1921 as a wagon but was converted and used for many years for threshing in the Wigtown area. She has been restored very nicely and is kept in tip-top order by Mr. Barrack and his crew. "Heilan' Laddic " was used at the rally to transport the Earl of Harewood and his son. The Steam Tractor and Steam Wagon sections were well supported with Tom Varley's unique 3 con Yorkshire and 6 ton Fowler, " rendle Prince " (only second time in steam since rebuild, having been cut up for scrap in 1961) and Bass-Charringion's Sentinel standing out as examples of restoration at its best. Tom's Fowler has a sided body, the Bass-Charrington Sentinel has a brewer's post and chain body and barrels (some with coal in !) Would that a few more wagon owners would fit sided bodies and so hide all the unsightly clutter that inevitably accumulates on a flat bed. The two chain driven tractors, a Foden and a Mann, had both been spoiled by the addition of dynamos—what is the point ? The Steam Roller entry was excellent with Aveling, Fowler, Green, Marshall and Wallis & Steevens represented, all being nicely restored. Aveling & Porter, No. 14068 (Reg. No. VN2092), was at the 1970 rally, as she was built, a steam roller that had worked away honestly in my native North Riding from 1930 till 1960. I was therefore saddened to see her at Harewood this year. To me she looked quite ridiculous having had balloon tyres from an earth mover put in place of her rear rolls and an axle and pneumatics on the front. In deference to the Committee it must be pointed out that this " exhibit " was not invited to attend, it just turned up ! An excellent Old Time Steam Fair was dominated by the unique Twin Steam Yachts of Harry Lee, ably supported by Ashley's Steam Gallopers, Screeton's Gallopers, Bishton's Cake Walk and Juvenile Ride, all with organs. Veteran Farm Tractors, Cars, Commercials, Horsed Vehicles, Brass Bands, Stationary Engines, a Rail Locomotive, Motor Cycles and Bygone Bicycles all helped support the rally, some only on certain days. but it is steam in the various traction engine forms that is the main feature of Harewood.

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Engine entries : Burrell S.E., No. 3526 (Reg. No. A06302), " Lightning II ". R. Preston & Son. Foster S.E., No. 14632 (Reg. No. AAU370), " Success ". C. Byass & Son. Fowler, No. 14798 (Reg. No. U5313), "Firefly". W. Payne. McLaren S.E., No. 1623 (Reg. No. DH2482), "Goliath". Rev. F. Coley. Fowler R.L., No. 938! (Reg. No. WR6770), " Lady Betty". W. Chilvers. Burrell R.L., No. 3395 (Reg. No. FJ1536), "The Dalesman". J. Crowther. Foden Tr., No. [ [444 (Reg. No. VA2519), "Heilan' Laddie". J. G. Barrack. Mann Tr., No. 1260 (Reg. No. U4298). L.. W., J. and D. Cole. Wallis & Steevens Tr., No. 7488 (Reg. No. AA5413), "Lively Lady ". D. Bainbridge. Fowler Tr., No. 15625 (Reg. No. U7148). " Crimson Rambler ". A. Mitchell & Son. Fowler Tr., No. 14406 (Reg. No. CJ4338), " Pandora ". A. Fearnley. Aveling & Porter Tr., No. 9183 (Reg. No. KE18), " The Pirate ". J. Hardy & Son. Garrett Tr., No. 33632 (Reg. No. TB3740), " Joyce ". P. S. M. Carter. Foden Tr., No. 12782 (Reg. No. DF4055), "A ngelina ". L. V. Brooksbank. Burrell T.E., No. 3218 (Reg. No. TB3959) (1910). F. Pennett & Son. Marshall T.E., No. 32092 (Reg. No. PY5827), " Black Bess " (1900). F. J. and P. Harrison. Burrell T.E., No. 1426 (Reg. No. AJ6705), " Old Faithful " (1889). P. C. W. Rhodes, driver J. Henderson. Marshall T.E., No. 87003 (Reg. No. TL3612), " Surprise " (1934). A. C. Rockcliff. Clayton & Shuttleworth T.E., No. 48385 (Reg. No. BP5463), " Yorkshire Lass ". J. Whitwell. Marshall T.E, No. 54492 (Reg. No. CT3859) (1910). J. J. Ostle, Burrell T.E., No. 3918 (Reg. No. PU578), "Deborah ". 1, K. Ellwood. McLaren T.E., No. 787 (Reg. No. WR6494). "Loughrigg". Z. Myers. Marshall T.E., No. 49725 (Reg. No. BW4509), " Did Nick". Meadowcrofts. Foden Wagon, No. 13120 (Reg. No. VM4536) (1928. W. Fearnley. Foden Wagon, No. 12364 (Reg. No. TW4207) (1926). H. Parkin. Sentinel Wagon, No. 1465 (Reg, No. AW3321) (1921). R. Fearnicy, Yorkshire Wagon, No. 940 (Reg. No. U4245), " Fondle Queen" (1917). T. Varley. Fowler Wagon, No. 19708 (Reg. No. UB8660), " Pendle Prince " (1931). T. Varley. Sentinel D.G.4 Wagon, No. 8694 (Reg. No. YG746) (1932). G. E. Ashton. Sentinel Wagon, No. 1488 (Reg. No. AW3407) (1916). Bass•Charrington. Sentinel 5.4 Wagon, No. 9086 (Reg, No. 5E4013) (1934). L Fearnley. Sentinel 5.4 Tanker, No. 8992 (Reg. No. TJ4148) (1933). G. E. Liversidge. Fowler Roller, No. 16235 (Reg. No. AV45), " Hercules " ". E. F. Whitehead. Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 8506 (Reg. No. CT5012), " White Rose ". D. A. Rayner. Green Roller, No. 2007 (Reg. No. U8432) (1920). R. K. Drury. Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 14070 (Reg. No. VN2094), " Billy Boy ". G. W. Proctor. Wallis & Steevens Roller, No. 7869 (Reg. No. 0T1498), " Sir Echo ". W. Windle. Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 11093 (Reg. No. BT7935), " Mercury ". Day & Robinson. Marshall Roller, No. 76890 (Reg. No. PY272) (1923). J. T. Smith and G. C. West. Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 12467 (Reg. No. RF6437) (1929). B. Mettam and D. & J. Carr. Awards were as follows : (Steam) John Fowler Trophy, J. G. Barrack ; Thos. Green Trophy, Bass-Charrington ; Alf rapper Cup, Rev. F. Coley ; Chairman's Trophy, T. X. Varley, for Fowler Wagon ; Norman Boyes Cup, Bob Dunston, for service to rally ; John Dyson Rose Bowl, J. Whitwell; White Rose Steam Traction Co.'s Cup, W. Windle. The cups and commemorative plates were presented by the Countess of R.H. Harewood.

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Fowler 6 ton Wagon, No. 19708 (1931), at Harewood, 1971. Photograph, Leeds and District T.E. Club.

Sentinel Waggon, No. 1488 (1916), at Harewood, 1971. Photograph, Leeds and District T.E. Club.

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C.J.LY NCH RA RHSTAPLE N. DEVON

Foden, No. 13454 (Reg. No. KX3340), at the Newton Abbot Rally, 1971,

The late Ted Meadowcroft with his engine, "Prince of Wales", at Stratford, 1969.

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CAENBY CORNER RALLY A heavy rainstorm on the evening before the Rally, turned what were already soft conditions, into a bog. Two engines, Jack Taylor with the Allchin, No. 1499, and Maddison Bros. with Ransomes, No. 26475, had previously parked on the engine line, and for the whole of the Saturday these were the only two engines on the field at all. All the rest, with the exception of Mr. Payne's Fowler tractor, had to remain on the Car Park. Mr. Payne took his tractor ❑n to the Fairground. However, by Sunday mid-day, the ground had dried enough for Jim Hebden to spud up and run to the edge of the ring. From this point he was able to pay out his rope and a number of engines were assisted into the arena by him. The arena itself was not in bad shape and it was possible to hold events, more ❑r less to programme, and after tea on Sunday, the crowd, which turned out to be quite a large one, were able to witness another session of rope hauling as engines were extricated from the soft ground. ❑ther attractions to be seen were a well presented Fairground and a fine show of Model Engineering. Engines present were Burrell S.E., No. 3334, D. A. Robinson ; Burrell S.E., No. 3886, S. W. Neville ; Fowler Tractor, No. 14798, W. Payne ; No. 1499, H. Thorlby ; Marshall T.E., No. 38977, A. Hitching ; /Urchin Marshall T.E., No. 61880, F. Strange ; Ransomes T.E., No. 26475, Maddison Bros.; Ransomes T.E., No. 27512, W. H. Kitchen ; Clayton T.E., No. 48162, .1. W. Hebden ; Marshall T.E., No. 79441, J. H. Selby ; Marshall T.E., No. 85890, R. E. Dale ; Aveling Roller, No. 6343, G. Turner ; Aveling Roller. No. 10590, F. Clements ; Fowler Roller, No. 16967, R. G. Drakes ; Fowler Tractor, No. 15732, S. Woodbine ; Sentinel Waggon, No. 8964, G. E. Ashton ; Sentinel Waggon, No. 8992, G. E. Liversidge ; and Foster Thresher, No. 6337, E. Fleer. R.H. WOODCOTE, NEAR READING In 1964 Woodcote pioneered the rally incorporating a wide variety of veteran transport. This year's event, the eighth, followed a similar pattern with almost every conceivable form of land transport. Woodeote has stuck to a one day rally and as a result an excellent crowd was present for the opening, in spite of torrential rain till 1.15 p.m. Not having to " save " the field for a second day, events were held as usual. Some engines found the going difficult, but this gave others an ❑pportunity to use spuds or rope drum. Jim Williams' immaculate Savage Steam Gallopers were fully built up in the old time fair. C. Ruff brought his Steam Railway, " The Chiltern Shuttle ". The cup for the most merit-worthy privately owned and restored vehicle was won by Jim Long with his magnificent 1916 Overtime Tractor. Engines present : Fowler P.E., No. 1368, " Margaret " (1870). E. Fillmore and W. Tame. Foden Road Locomotive. C. C. Russell. Marshall T.E., No. 61970 (1913). S. Hatfield and D. Hall. Ruston-Hornsby 10 ton S.C. Roller. W. Hazel and M. Perry. Fowler 10 ton S.C. Roller, No. 16100 (1924). M. Howard. Aveling-Barford Roller, No. AG785 (Reg. No. MRF245) (1946). D. J. Newton. Fowler Tr., No. 15632, " Tiger " (1923). A. Napper. Burrell Tr., No. 3458, " Defiance " (1913). Shipman & Barker. Fowler S.E., No. 15653 (Reg. No. CU978), " Renown " (1920). A. & R. Hawthorne & Sons, McLaren Road Loco., No. 1652, " Boadicea " (1919). A. Heal. Burrell Tr., No. 3807, " Nobby " (1919). A. D. Fowler. Sentinel ' Super' Tipper Wagon, No. 5509. Burberry & Co. Foden D '. No. 12852 (Reg. No. RX1719), " Early Bird " (1927). R. Adnams. Sentinel `D.G.6', No. 8590 (1931). D. C. Carter. Sentinel ' S.4', No. 9163 (1935). J. Perkins & Co. R.H.

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THE BURTONWOOD RALLY For the fourth year in succession the Lancashire Traction Engine Club held their annual rally at Burtonwood Airfield, near Warrington, on Saturday and Sunday, 10th and 11th July, and it was the biggest rally ever staged by the club, attracting no less than 32,000 people over the weekend. In addition to the 27 steam engines attending, 5 organs, over 120 vintage cars and motor cycles and nine farm tractors were present. The club were pleased to welcome no fewer than seven engines which were appearing at Burtonwood for the first time. From Southport came a 1919 Burrell tractor, extensively restored and owned by George Howard of Banks, and a 1929 Garrett tractor recently purchased by Nigel Moores. Burrell S.C.C., " Lord Derby ". was the only newcomer of the agricultural engines. but there well.: foul ' first-timers in the roller entrants—Burrell D.C.C., No. 4067, built in 1927 and owned by Peter Walton of Stretton ; Burrell S.CC., No. 3484, recently restored by her owners, R. Kitchen and J. Morris of Lytham St. Armes; Fowler Compound, No. 16007, ex I.O.M. Highways Board, owned by D. Priestner of Dunham Massey and finally the oldest engine al the rally and the oldest Fowler roller in existence, No. 7446 (Reg. No. CK3585), a S.C. 10 ton roller built in 1895 and owned by Thomas Croft & Sons Ltd., Preston. Engines present were : Fowler Road Locomotive, No. 15376. G. Bridston. Burrell Road Locomotive, No. 3098. P. Froud and R. Paget-Tomlinson. Burrell Tractor, No. 3862, " Dorothy ". J. Johnson. Burrell Tractor, No. 3808, Forrester ". G. Howard. Garrett Tractor, No. 33612, " Camilla ". S. Z. de Ferranti. N. Moores. Garrett Tractor, No. 35225, " Popeye McLaren 6 n.h.p. Agricultural, No. 616. P. Atherton. Clayton & Shuttleworth 7 h.p. Agricultural, No. 46059. G. Coles. Burrell 8 h.p. Agricultural, No. 3695, " Lord Derby ". P. Kelly & T. Richards. Foden 7 n.h.p. Agricultural, No. 2312, " Elizabeth ". W. Fitter. Foden Agricultural, No. 2654, " King George ". T. Barlow. Aveling & Porter 12 ton Roller, No. 6544, " Little Wonder ". A. R. Porter. Aveling & Porter 10 ton Roller, No. 7632. F. & A. Dibnah. Aveline & Putter 10 ton Roller, No. 5199. F. Fields. Aveling & Porter 10 ton Roller, No. 11837, " Daniel ". E. Marshall. Aveling & Porter 10 ton Roller, No. 8754. P. Priestner. Burrell 15 ton S.C.C. Roller, No. 2642, " Ethel ". J. Webster. Burrell 8 ton Roller, No. 4067, " Hero ". P. Walton. Burrell 10 ton Roller, No. 3484, " Lancashire Witch ". R. Kitchen & J. Morris. Fowler 10 ton Compound Roller, No. 18655. R. White. Fowler 10 ton Compound Roller, No. 16007. D. Priestner. Fowler 10 ton S.C. Roller, No. 7446. T. Croft & Sons Ltd. Froud. Fowler 10 ton Compound Roller, No. 20122. Sentinel S4 Waggon, No. 9057. Messrs. Brook, Hirst & Marsden. Sentinel S4 Waggon, No. 8942. D. Webster. Foden 6 ton Wagon, No. 13764. P. Priestner & R Robinson. Ruston & Hornsby 12 h.p. Portable. A. & K. Shorrock. The Supreme Challenge trophy for the Best Engine went to J. Webster (Burrell Roller, No. 2642). Phyllis Johnson Trophy for the runner up : J. Johnson (Burrell Tractor, No. 3862) jointly with G. Howard (Burrell Tractor, No. 3808). Best Agricultural Engine : P. Kelly and T. Richards (Burrell, No. 3695). Best Roller : R. Kitchen and J. Morris (Burrell, No. 3484). The J. P. McDonald Trophy for the best engine owned by a club member went to J. Webster (Burrell Roller, No. 2642). After the presentations were made B.B.C. T.V. cameras filmed the engines moving around the arena while Stuart Hall, seated on Jack Johnson's Burrell tractor interviewed Jack himself for the programme, "The Hall Collection", shown on 27th July, the climax to the biggest and best rally ever staged at Burionwood.

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SHANE'S CASTLE RALLY (ULSTER) Shane's Castle. Antrim, the seat of Europe's oldest traceable family, was the location for Ulster's fourth annual Rally, on July 16th and 17th, when twelve engines and warm weather attracted record crowds, while fortunately the notorious Lough Neagh flies stayed away, dissuaded perhaps by the

steam and smoke from the arena. Through the good offices of Charles Hurst (Commercials) Ltd., the local Leyland dealers, our star attraction this year was the famous Leyland Wagon, which was under the watchful care of Mr. Les Smith, supervisor of the wagon's rebuilding, assisted by Mr. Dick Robinson and Charles Hurst, a director, who " just happened " to arrive in a 1921 Leyland motor lorry which has been preserved and restored by his company. Another welcome visitor from distant parts was Mr. Osmond Bennett from Portlaoise with his Burrell Showman's Engine, " Princess Royal ", now displaying the distinctive red and black rear number-plate of the Irish Republic. It formerly carried the registration number TA544, now replaced by the number IC1240.

Following the present trend towards steam workings, we were fortunate to obtain a Hatfield 16" X 9" stonebreaker of 1910 vintage which was last used in 1942 to break aggregate for Aghanloo Airfield and which is now owned by steam enthusiast James Holmes. Although on the belt for only a short period each day, it is understood that this is the first time a stonebreaker has been operated at a steam gathering and we look forward to seeing it at work much more in the future. John Magowan and Billy Wilson, Robert Patterson and J. McElroy, and Freddie Forrest took part in a millsetting competition which was won by Freddie, who was first to connect the engine to the mill, draw it forward 20 yards, threw on the belt and drive the mill successfully for two minutes. Other attractions included vintage tractors, vintage motor cycles, model aircraft, Harold Condell's miniature railway and Lord O'Neill's narrow gauge Shane's Castle Railway. Lord O'Neill kindly provided the site while the

Government-sponsored Ulster '71 Committee, responsible for the celebrations of Northern Ireland's Golden Jubilee, also provided much valuable help. Engines present were : Leyland Steam Wagon, built circa 1918. British Leyland Motor Corporation Ltd. Burrell Showman's Engine, No. 3295 (Reg. No. IC1240), " Princess Royal " (1911). 0. Bennett of P'ortlaoise.

Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies Compound Agricultural Engine, No. 43033 (Reg. No. MI3719) (1935). H. Condell of Ballymoney. Marshall Road Roller, No. 78563 (Reg. No. IW2573) (1911). S. Crawford and B. Dorman of Lisburn. Wallis & Steevens Engine, No. 7830 (Reg. No. H06401) (1925). N. Andrews of Groomsport. Wallis & Steevens SK6 ' Advance ' Road Roller, No. 7834 (Reg. No. H06399) (1925). J. Mcllfatrick of Kilrea. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies S.C. Agricultural Engine, No. 33156 (Reg. No. IJ5747) (1922). J. and T. Wasson of Carnmonev. Fowler Compound Road Roller, No. 15965 (Reg. No. IA6195) (1923). J. and T. Wasson of Carnmoney. Wallis & Steevens S.C. Agricultural Engine, No. 7008 (1908). W. J. B. Wilson of Carnmoney. Aveling & Porter Agricultural Engine, No. 6890 (Reg. No. IW3565) (1908). M. Glover of Moneymore. Marshall Tractor, No. 85556 (Reg. No. PN5494) (1930). J. Stevenson & Co. of Ballymena. Aveling & Porter Light Road Locomotive, No. 9405 (Reg. No. IA2500) (1920). R. Edwards of Helen's Bay. H.W.C.

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HINKLEY STEAM DISPLAY, 1971 Showmen's Engines : Burrell, No. 3334 (Reg. No. GA2168), "The Bailie " (1911). D. Robinson. Burrell, No. 3847 (Reg. No. CL4483), " Princess Marina " (1912). D. Walker. Burrell, No. 3093 (Reg. No. AY9682), " Dreadnought " (1910. W. Dorman. Burrell, No. 3886 (Reg. No. XF8162), " Lord Lascelles " (1920). S. W. Neville. Tractors : Fowler, No. 14798 (Reg. No. U5313), " Firefly " (1919). W. Payne. Garrett, No. 33987 (Reg. No. BJ5597), " The Leader " (1920). P. W. Barlow. Ploughing Engines : Fowler, No. 14381 (Reg. No. NM558), " Excalibur " (1917). J. J. Mayes. Fowler, No. 14382 (Reg. No. NM557), " Excelsior " (1917). J. J. Mayes. Fowler, No. 2693 (Reg. No. NR1212) (187?). Beeby Bros. General Purpose Engines : McLaren, No. 127 (Reg. No. H05618), " The Little Wonder " (1882). J. J. Mayes. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies, No. 42035 (Reg. No. TL2366) (1932). A. E. Sage. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies, No. 42036 (Reg. No. ANG194) (1932). J. Vernon. Fowler, No. 12761 (Reg. No. 397TRO), " Elsa " (1911). Mrs. Sansome. Allchin, No. 2146 (Reg. No. FP1259) (1922). A. R. Storey. Ruston & Hornsby, No. 115100 (Reg. No. D02953) (1922). J. Swingler. Foster, No. 14593 (Reg. No. FE9179), "Fircy Elias " (1927). Rev. E. R. Boston. Burrell, No. 3126 (Reg. No. BJ7155) (1909). J. Robins. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies, No. 25542 (Reg. No. AY9456) (1912). J. Holman. Foster, No. 14564 (Reg. No. FE8055), " Pride of the Fens " (1926). R. Baxter. Garrett, No. 29/161 (Reg. No. AC9326), " Olive " (1911). A. G. Baker. Foster (Reg. No. LVN891) (1920). J. Daysh. Clayton & Shuttleworth, No. 47015 (Reg. No. BD5483) (1915). W. Fowler. Fowler, No. 14600 (Reg. No. NO5590) (1915). W. Ford. Tractors : Foden, No. 13196 (Reg. No. GC5832) (1928). Mrs. Van Houten. Sentinel, No. 9097 (Reg. No. ARE195) (1935). C. Hickman. Garrett, No. 33986 (Reg. No. 1315601) (1920). A. Tingay. Aveling & Porter, No. 9267 (Reg. No. KE1290), " Emma " (1918). A. Heriton. Wagon : Yorkshire, No. 940 (Reg. No. U4245), " Pendle Queen " (1917). T. Varley. Rollers : Marshall, No. 81427 (Reg. No. PY6079) (1926). D. W. Waters. Fowler, No. 15854 (Reg. No. WT1568) (1923). D. .1. Bartlett. Aveling & Porter, No. 5163 (Reg. No. NR6525) (1903). Rev. E. R. Boston. Fowler, No. 15691 (Reg. No. CA4776) (1922). R. Etherington. Aveling & Porter, No. 12342 (Reg. No. UT4405) (1929). K. Gays. Wallis & Steevens, No. 7931 (Reg. No. OT7931) (1927). J. Vernon. Marshall, No. 76796 (Reg. No. FU1326) (1923). K. Hubbard. Marshall, No. 82517 (Reg. No. KR7519) (1927). .1. Beeby. D.A.C. KNOWL HILL STEAM RALLY Despite showery and overcast weather, large crowds attended the second Knowl Hill Rally. A strong committee, headed by local engine and organ owner, John Keeley, assembled a very varied collection of engines. An innovation was a barn dance, held on the Saturday evening, the showmen's engines providing the illumination. Also on the Saturday, the engine pa:adc was led by Albert Manning who is in his hundredth year, driving his son's Wallis & Steevens 'Expansion ' engine. The moderately priced Rally Programme was one ❑f the best and biggest programmes I have seen. Making its first rally appearance was the S4 Sentinel of A. Price.

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Thirty-five engines attended : No. 20223, " Supreme ". J. Wharton. Fowler Fowler S.E., No. 14425 (Reg. No. DP4418), " Carry On ". S. C. Statham. Fowler S.E., No. 15653 (Reg. No. CU978), " Renown". A. & R. Hawthorne & Sons. Fowler S.E., No. 14424 (Reg. No. DH2545), " Goliath ". A. Clarke. Burrell S.E., No. 4000 (Reg. No. 8606), " Ex Mayor ". W. H. McAlpine. Burrell S.E. 3836 (Reg. No. BH8020), " Starlight ". D. Storey. Burrell, No. 3894 (Reg. No. NX947), " St. Brannock ". T. Gascoigne. Burrell S. Tractor, No. 3192 (Reg. No. CR6229), " St. Bernard ". J. N. Gilbey & Sons. Burrell S. Tractor, No. 3458 (Reg. No. AB8795), " Defiance ". P. Barker. Tasker S. Tractor, No. 1822 (Reg. No. 2930), "Little Jim II". C. Barber. Tasker Tractor, No. 1928 (Reg. No. 932GRO). F. H. Grover. Robey Tractor, No. 37657 (Reg. No. AP9341). M. Harmsworth. Foden`D' Type Tractor, No. 12852 (Reg. No. RX1719). R. Adnams. Burrell Tractor, 3191 (Reg. No. VLJ346). C. Rowan. Sentinel D.G. Type Tractor, No. 8777 (Reg. No. JB1655). J. Hutchins. Fowler Tiger Tractor, No. 15632 (Reg. No. SP8063). A. Napper. Ruston Proctor Tractor, No. 52453 (Reg. No. 0R8501). Wallis & Steevens T.E., No. 7664 (Reg. No. BL1331). L. Palmer. Wallis & Steevens T.E., No. 7588 (Reg. No. BL8303). W. G. Manning. Wallis & Steevens T.E. No. 7683 (Reg. No. BL795). F. Upton. Marshall, T.E., No. 15391 (Reg. No. BW5249). J. Wharton. Fowler T.E., No. 7788 (BH6971). T. T. Boughton. F6wIer P.E., No. 1368 (Reg. No. 8468). W. Tame & E. Fillmore. Garrett Suffolk Punch, No. 33180 (Reg. No. JM0300). J. Hutchens. Burrell R.L., No. 3057 (Reg. No. BE7217). J. Sarney. McLaren R.L., No. 1652 (Reg. No. 1864). A. Heal. Wallis & Steevens 10 ton Roller, No. 7799 (Reg. No. H06354). R. Palmer. Fowler 8 ton Roller, No. 15970 (Reg. No. NW6092). M. Smith. Aveling-Barford 8 ton Roller. No. AG785 (Reg. No. MRF245). D. J. Newton. Sentinel Waggon, No. 6722 (Reg. No. YC7914). R. Brazil. Foden Wagon, No. 10788 (Reg. No. AU6695). Tate & Lyle Transport. Sentinel Waggon, Works number uncertain (Reg. No. BPD969). A. Price. Sentinel DG6 Waggon, No. 8213 (Reg. No. GF8655). E. Shone. Sentinel Waggon, No. 7954 (Reg. No. PG2414). E. Shone. Fowler 8 ton Roller, No. 17483 (Reg. No. CV1454). T. T. Boughton. R.M.W. RYHILL RALLY Organised by Mr. W. Thorpe, in aid of local church funds, this event, near Wakefield, took place amid somewhat changeable weather conditions. Ring events were held on the Saturday but heavy overnight rain made the field very sticky on Sunday with consequent difficulties `under wheel'. A strong wind helped to dry the field but it was not until after tea on Sunday that engines could move about freely. The engines present were : Tractors—Cole's Mann's, No. 1260 ; A. Fearnley's Fowler, No. 14406 ; W. Payne's Aveling, No. 9228 ; P. Carter's Garrett, No. 33632 ; J. Hardy's Aveling, No. 9183. Traction Engines—Carr Brother's Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies, No. 27596 ; Meadowcroft's Marshall, No. 49725 ; J. Swingler's Ruston & Hornsby, No. 115100 ; J. Whitwell's Clayton & Shuttleworth, No. 48385; and McLaren, No. 1083 ; W. H. Kitchen & Son's Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies, No. 27512. Steam Wagons—H. Parkin's Foden, No. 12364 ; W. Fearnley's Foden, No. 13120 ; E. Liversidge's Sentinel, No. 8992 ; L. Fearnley's Sentinel, No. 9086 ; R. Fearnley's Sentinel, No. 1465. Steam Rollers—R. K. Drury's Green's, No. 2007 ; Day & Robinson's Aveling & Porter, No. 11093 ; Carr & Mettam's Aveling & Porter, No. 12467 ; and Marshall, No. 60207.

Grand Parade, Knowl Hill, 1971.

Reproduced by kind permission of the "Maidenhead Advertiser"

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Supporting attractions included several organs, Bill Ashley's Steam Gallopers, a good display of models, veteran cars, bicycles and commercial vehicles. Proudlock & Wakefield's miniature steam railroad was kept busy both days. The main talking point amongst the enthusiasts at the rally was the non appearance of Meadowcroft's Fowler, No. 14948, " Prince of Wales ". Mr. Thorpe had had an insert printed for the programme which gave details of the accident which occurred the previous Sunday night when the engine was run into en route to the rally and Mrs. Meadowcroft was injured. It is anticipated that repairs to the engine will soon be effected and we look forward ,to seeing " Prince of Wales " on the road again before long. D.A.R. MASHAM RALLY • The Masham Town Hall Association presented their 7th Annual Rally in glorious sunshine this year. The excellent weather brought out good crowds on both days. The major attractions this year were a hot-air balloon ascent and a display by the ponies of the Yorkshire Driving Club on the Sunday. The varied selection of engines present were : Showman's Road Locomotive—Mr. R. Preston's Burrell, No. 3526, "Lightning II ". Tractors—Mr. A. Fearnley's Fowler, No. 14406, " Pandora " ; Messrs. A. Mitchell & Son's Fowler, No. 15625, " Crimson Rambler" ; Messrs. Cole's Mann's, No. 1260 ; Mr. D. Bainbridge's Wallis & Steevens, No. 7497, " Lively Lady " ; Mr. J. Hardy's Aveling & Porter, No. 9183, " The Pirate". Wagons—Mr. H. Parkin's Fodcn, No. 12364; Mr. W. Fearniey's Foden, No. 13120 ; Mr. R. Fcarnley's Sentinel, No. 1465 ; Mr. L. Feamley's Sentinel, No. 9086 ; Mr. G. E. Ashton's Sentinel, No. 8694 ; Mr. G. E. Liversidge's Sentinel, No. 8992, " Prince ". General Purpose Engines—Mr. P. Ogden's Burrell, No. 4032; Mr. J. Whitwell's Clayton & Shuttleworth, No. 48385, "Yorkshire Lass"; Mr. N. Meadowcroft's Marshall, No. 49725 ; Mr. E. Robinson's Marshall, No. 17134 ; Mr. C. Rockeliff's Marshall, No. 87003, " Surprise " ; Mr. E. Myer's McLaren, No. 787, " Loughrigg " ; Mr. F. Bainbridge s Marshall Conversion, No. 76963 ; Mr. H. Wakefield's Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies, No. 24585, " Northern Star" ; Mr. P. Rhodes' Burrell, No. 1426, " Old Faithful " ; Messrs. Walker's Marshall, No. 84679 ; Mr. R. Oliver's Conversion, No. 14068, "14unslet " ; Mr. G. Raley's Wallis & Stecvens, No. 7774. Steam Rollers—Messrs. Day & Robinson's Aveling & Porter, No. 11093, " Mercury " ; Mr. G. Proctor's Aveling & Porter, No. 14070, " Billy Boy" ; Messrs. Carr & Mettam's Aveling & Porter, No. 12467 ; Mr. T. Farrow's Fowler, No. 19204 ; Mr. D. A. Rayner's Aveling & Porter, No. 8506, " White Rose " ; Mr. R. K. Drury's Green's, No. 2007 ; Messrs. Smith & West's Marshall, No. 76890; Mr. J. Smith's Aveling & Porter, No, 6573; Mr. W. Marriot's Aveling & Porter, No. 10575. Road Locomotives—Mr. B. Stafford's Fowler, No. 15649, " Providence " ; Mr. J. Crowther's Burrell, No. 3395, " The Dalesman". Several interesting miniature engines were also on display by Messrs. Bagot (traction engine and steam roller) ; Messrs. Sharp & Kayley (traction engines) ; and Mr. Rose (showman's engine). An extensive display of tractors, commercial vehicles, cars, barn engines, motor cycles, bicycles and organs, together with a fair, army display and trade stands added up to a very enjoyable rally. Some additional unscheduled entertainment was provided on the Sunday afternoon when some straw in a cow-shed on the rally field accidentally caught fire, resulting in a call for a fire engine to put out the blaze. The vintage exhibit was very happy to oblige D.A.R.

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Ransome, Sims & Jefferies, No. 26475, by C. J. Dyson, Runner-up in the Photographic Competition.

Roller line up at Bloxham, by A. V. K. Thomas. (left to right—A. & P., No. 12442 ; A. & P., No. 12081 ; W. & S., No. 2574) Runner-up award in the Photographic Competition.

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REMPSTONE TRACTION RALLY Burrell S.E., No. 3847 (Reg. No. CL4483), " Princess Mary ". J. & D. Walker. Foster, No. 14431 (Reg. No. FE3217), " Robin Hood ". J. Stubbins. Fowler, No. 14798 (Reg. No. U5313), " Firefly ". W. Payne. Fowler P.E., No. 2693 (Reg. No. NR1212). Beeby Bros. Fowler P.E., No. 15451 (Reg. No. SD9378). C. Roads. McLaren R.L.. No. 1421 (Reg. No. BE7518), " Captain Scott ". J. Blagg. Foster T.E.. No. 14593 (Reg. No. FE9179), " Firey Elias ". Rev. E. R. Boston. McLaren T.E., No. 127 (Reg. No. H05618). J. A. Mayes. Garrett T.E., No. 29764 (Reg. No. AC9326), " Olive ". R. G. Baker. Burrell T.E., No. 3126 (Reg. No. BJ7155). J. Robins. Fowler T.E., No. 21647 (Reg. No. ZB1135), " Little John ". E. A. Twigger. Foster T.E., No. 14564 (Reg. No. FE8055). R. Baxter. Ruston & Hornsby T.E., No. 115100 (Reg. No. D02953). J. Swingler. Allchin T.E., No. 2146 (Reg. No. FP1259). A. R. Storey & Sons. Fowler T.E., No. 14600 (Reg. No. H05590). W. J. C. Ford. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies T.E., No. 25542 (Reg. No. AY9456). J. E. Holman. Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies T.E., No. 42036 (Reg. No. TL2366). A. E. Sage. Clayton & Shuttleworth T.E., No. 44103 (Reg. No. AL9348). J. T. Beeby. Clayton & Shuttleworth T.E., No. 47015 (Reg. No. BD5483). W. H. & L. Fowler. Fowler Tr., No. 14406 (Reg. No. CJ4338), " Pandora ". A. Fearnley. Garrett Tr., No. 33986 (Reg. No. BJ5601). A. Tingay. Fowler Tr., No. 15732 (Reg, No. PT832). S. Woodbine. Aveling & Porter Tr., No. 12152 (Reg. No. SC1577). D. Crawley. Garrett Tr., No. 29781 (Reg. No. CT7826). M. Ward. Aveling & POrter Tr., No. 8030 (Reg. No. KT125). J. D. Woodward. Wallis & Steevens Tr., No. 7640 (Reg. No. BL8236). J. Crawley. Aveling & Porter Tr., No. 9267 (Reg. No. KE1290). A. Henton. Foden Tr., No. 13196 (Reg. No. GC5832). P. Van Houten. Foden Wagon, No. 12364 (Reg. No. TW4207). H. Parkin. Sentinel Wagon, No. 1456 (Reg. No. AW3321). R. Fearnley. Sentinel Tanker, No. 8992 (Reg. No. TJ4148). C. Liversidge. Sentinel Wagon, No. 9075 (Reg. No. BEV 467). Brook, Hurst & Marsden. Sentinel Wagon, No. 1465 (Reg. No. AW3321). R. Fearnley. Marshall Roller, No. 76796 (Reg. No. FU1326). K. H. Hubbard. Marshall Roller, No. 82517 (Reg. No. RR7519). J. T. Beeby. Fowler Roller, No. 19346 (Reg. No. JU1294). J. T. Beeby. Wallis & Steevens ' Advance ' Roller, No. 8112 (Reg. No. DH0364). N. Simpkins. Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 10571 (Reg. No. NU1916). J. Proctor. Marshall Roller, No. 86014 (Reg. No. FW2355). P. T. Auger. Marshall Roller, No. 81427 (Reg. No. PY6079). D. W. Waters. Fowler Roller, No. 18657 (Reg. No. VF9312). C. A. Parker. Ruston & Proctor Portable, No. 29011. H. A. Palmer. As usual at Rempstone Rally, under the title of " Demonstration of Power ", Beeby Bros.' 14 h.p. Single Cylinder Plough Engine, No. 2693 (Reg. No. NR1212), winched the Compound Plough Engine, No. 15457 (Reg. No. SD9378), several times up the arena, the Compound working under compression caused the Single to emit plenty of black smoke and " Stack Music " as our American friends would say. Many feet of tape must have been used by enthusiasts capturing the hefty bark of the Single. D.A.C. FAIRFORD RALLY The 3rd Rally of the Fairford and District Steam Club was held in the lovely old park at Fairford, Glos. Mr. James Williams had his Gallopers steaming in the fair with 5 other big rides around it. With the lights on, working up to 10 o'clock both nights, it looked a treat, with a big firework show Saturday night to round the day off.

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Fowler Showman's Engine, No. 20223, "Supreme" (1934). S. J. Wharton. Burrell, No. 3197. "Triumph" (1921). R. C. Willcox. Allchin, No. 1652, "Little Mo " (1914). C. Rickards. Burrell, No. 2426 (1901). E. C. Haggard. Burrell, No. 3919, "Wahine" (1922). P. G. Young. Burrell, No. 4093 (1931). A. C. Canton. Fowler, No. 15710, "Tommy" (1920). A. C. Napper. Fowler, No. 13140, " Volunteer " (1913). F. Simmons. Fowler, No. 11698, "Edna " (1909). M. Woodruff°. Marshall, No. 71837, 6 n.h.p. (1919). J. E. Plaister. Marshall Single Cylinder. No. 45827 (1906). 1. Sharman. Marshall Single Cylinder, No. 15391 (1887). 1. Wharton. Ruston Proctor 5 n.h.p. S.C., No. 51737 (1912). P. Buffery. Wallis & Steevens 7 n.h.p., No. 7370 (1914). E. Harris. Burrell Tractor, No. 3807, "Nobby". A. D. Fowler & Sons. Garrett Tractor, No. 33738, "Lord Raglan". J. W. Powell. Wallis & Steevens Tractor, No. 7872 (1928). Dr. J. F. Cam. Aveling & Porter 10 tan, No. 10594, "Hercules" (1923). C. G. Hembury. Aveling & Vorter 10 ton, No. 12081 (1929). D. Smith. Aveling & Porter 12 ton Compound, No. 8601. M. McLellan. Fowler 10 ton Road Roller, No. 16100, " Gloria" (1924). M. Howard. Wallis & Steevens Roller, No. 2656, "Little Olga" (1903). D. Hirst. Sentinel, No. 9277 (Reg. No. DKN689) (1937). R. Bailey. Sentinel, No. 9032 (Reg. No. US5430) (1934). J. and V. Goold. Sentinel, No. 9161 (Reg. Nn. AER800) (1935). Messrs. D. Meek. B. Harding, A. D. Davies and J. Perkins. Clayton & Shuttleworth T.E., No. 46823 (1914). P. Fagg. Fowler T.E., No. 11491, " Dreadnought " (1908). 3. Antell. Fowler T.E.. "Pride of Hanley Castle" (1908). N. Melhuish. Merrywcather Steam Fire Pump, No. 9605 (1944). E. C. New. Economiser Engine and Boiler. No. 648 (1921). B. Skegg. Shand Mason Horse Steam Fire Engine. W. Turner. Lawson Steam Tricycle, " The Craigievar Express " (1895). M. Smith. ASTLE PARK RALLY, AUGUST 14th and 15th, 1971. Burrell S.C.C., No. 2336, " Stanley Monarch ". Andrew Barber. Foster Compound, No. 12535, " Winnie ". Jim Dakin. Burrell, D.C.C., No. 4049, "Daphne". I. T. Bourne. Garrett Compound, No. 3362, " Crtmilta ". S. Z. de Ferranti. Burrell D.C.C. R.L., No. 3098. Ex Bridsons. Fowler Compound, No. 14958, " Marina ". Jim Bostock. Burrell S.C.C., No. 2950, " Little Mac ". J. C. Dale. Ransomes S.C., "Derry". P. Phelps, Fowler Compound, No. 14588, "Enterprise". F. Hackney. Aveling Roller, No. 6544, "Little Wonder". A. R. Porter. RuNItton S.C., No. SH44836, "Tulip Queen ". Capt. llollinshcad. Fowler S.C., No. 9507, "Marlborough ". J. Wooliscroft. Aveling Compound Tr., No: 11251. P. H. Edwards. Burrell Scenic, No. 3610, " William V ". J. A. Barber. Burrell Showman's, No. 2879, " Princess Royal ". P. Startup. Fowler Showman's, No. 15652, " Repulse ". P. Startup. Leyland Wagon. Leyland Motors Ltd. Foden Wagon, No. 6368, " Pride of Edwin ". Fodens Ltd. Sentinel Waggon, No. 8942. D. M. Webster. Fowler Roller, No. 16007. W. Priestner. Foden Wagon, No. 13674. P. Priestner/P. Robinson. Aveling Roller, No. 8754. P. Priestner. Sentinel Waggon, No. 9075, " Holmvelian ". Brook, Hirst and Marsden. Foden Tractor, No. 13222, " Cheshire Maid ". G. S. Lea. Aveling Roller, No. 11837, " Daniel ". A. E. Marshall. Aveling Tractor, No. 8344, " Kitty ". J. Doyle. Clayton & Shuttleworth, No. 46059. G. Coles. Foden Agricultural, No. 2654, " George V ". T. Barlow. J.A.B.

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ARDINGLY RALLY OF HISTORIC VEHICLES The full list of engines that attended was as follows : Aveling & Porter 15 ton R.R., No. 5831 (Reg. No. BP7169) (1905). C. Jessett. Aveling & Porter Cony. from Roller, No. 7899 (Reg. No. 9079), " Southern Queen " (1913). C. lessen. Babcock & Wilcox 6 ton S.C. R.R., No. 95/4009 (Reg. No. YB7976) (1926). R. J. Pearce. Babcock & Wilcox 10 ton S.C. R.R., No. 95/4014 (Reg. No. YB5088) (1927). W. J. Hedges. Burrell S.C.C. T.E., No. 3201 (Reg. No. BP'5919), " Achilles " (1910). W. J. Elliott. Burrell Tractor, No. 3851 (Reg. No. P139359) (1920). C. Jessett. Burrell S.E., No. 3887 (Reg. No. 6658), Prince of Wales " (1921). L. J. Searle. Clayton & Shuttleworth If/ ton S.C. T.E., No. 46823 (Reg. No. KE4173) " Dusty " (1914). . P. Fagg.

Davey Paxman 10 ton S.C. T.E., No. 19412 (1916). R. A. Jardine. Foden K.3 6-wheeler Wagon, No. 13008 (Reg. UR1328) (1928). A. E. Benton. Foden 6 ton Wagon, No. 13138 (Reg. No. AN9568) (1927). J. W. Hardwick & Sons Ltd. Fowler E.1 type 7 ton S.E., No. 11799 (Reg. No. NO5609), " Victory " (1909). W. G. Druce. Fowler 8 ton Roller, No. 17470 (Reg. No. PX9047), " Wanderer " (1928). S. A. Fish & Son. Marshall 51 ton Portable, No. 53154 (1912). J. L. C. Hume. Marshall S.C. T.E., No. 66001 (1914). J. L. C. Hume. Marshall S.C. T.E., No. 84562 (Reg. No. KP6969), " Daphne-Ann " (1926). D. Harding. Ruston Proctor S.C. T.E., No. 36828 (Reg. No. KE4991) (1907). P. Westgate. Tasker Roller, No. 1409 (Reg. No. AA2299), with ' Five Roll ' front roll (1909). C. Jessett. Wallis & Steevens S.C. T.E., No. 7155 (Reg. No. M02015) (1910). J. Taylor. Wallis & Steevens Conversion, No. 7777 (Reg. No. XP4417) (1923). C. Jessett. Wallis & Steevens 8 ton ' Advance ' Roller, No. 7972 (Reg. No. OT9586) (1928) M. H. Davis. Yorkshire 6 ton Wagon, No. 652 (Reg. No. W2749) (1914). G. H. Canfield. Prizes are awarded for the best restored engines and they went to the following vehicles : lst—Foden Wagon. No. 13138. J. W. Hardwick & Sons. 2nd—Burrell S.E., No. 3887. L. J. Searle. 3rd—Clayton & Shuttleworth T.E., No. 46823. P. Fagg. K.B. FOSSEWAY STEAM RALLY, 1971 We had a good attendance of engines as follows ; Burrell Showman's, No. 3334, ' The naillie ", Mr. D. A. Robinson ; two Fowler Cultivating engines of Beeby Bros.; a 1920 Garrett of P. W. Barlow ; J. Blagg, the Engine Secretary for the event, managed to get his 1914 McLaren rebuilt for the rally. There were five general purpose engines, each being a different make. J. D. Woodward brought his Aveling & Porter Steam Tractor and won the Aveling & Porter " Invicta Trophy ". S. Woodbine had his 1923 Fowler there. The rollers were a 1923 Aveling & Porter of J. Natter and two Marshalls, a 1931 of P. J. Auger and a 1935 of J. B. Shaw, the latter two engines being local ones. Steam wagons totalled seven, two Fodens, four Sentinels and Tom Varley's Yorkshire, " Pendle Queen ". Tom won the Guide Dog, Trophy for the engine travelling the farthest under its own steam with his 1934 Sentinel, " Pendle Lady ". H. A. Palmer had his 1905 Ruston & Proctor portable engine driving a threshing set of Mr. J. Swingler. The steam fire pump was represented by a 1908 Merryweather belonging to C. Hutchinson. There were several miniature engines showing their paces and showing the fine workmanship that went into their construction. There were vintage tractors and farm implements, fair organs and vintage vehicles. The model display was one of the best at these events.

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MORE STEAM IN HOLLAND by ROB GEBHARD

1971 marked the third rally season of the "Stoomwalsenclub Nederland " (Dutch Steam Roller Club). A successful one it was, with rallies in Hoorn (for the third time), Nijmegen and Gorinchem. The traditional steam event in the old city of Hoorn was held on Saturday, 3rd July. As always we tried to give in Hoorn a complete show of our material This year a " fleet " of 16 rollers and two portables were present. One of the portables, named "Tarzan " (Ruston, No. 544067, 1938) again drove a well known street organ called "De Kaasdrager". A nice combination which received great attention. The other portable engine, the Ransomes S & J, No. 684025, 1948, drove the Marshall threshing machine which our club managed to save from the scrap yard some months ago. The rollers participating in the event were : Aveling & Porter, No. 4732, " Majo ", 1901, owned by Visser's Wegenbouw ; Aveling & Porter, No. 11016, " Pluisje", 1924, owned by G6 van der Pol ; Aveling & Porter, No. 11848, " Concurrent", 1927, owned by A. C. v. d. Giessen ; Wallis & Steevens, No. 7909, " Rolle Mina ", 1926, owned by N. Boessenkool ; Ruthemeyer, No. 76, "Zoef Zoef ", 1907, owned by N. B. M.-Den Haag ; Ruthemeyer, No. 369, "Flierefluiter", 1924, owned by F. J. de Ruiter ; Ruthemeyer, No. 105, "Troubadour", 1925, owned by L. Moor ; Rutheineyer, No. 429, "Bernard ", 1925, owned by Broil Arnhem N.V.; Ruthemeyer, No. 470, "Hendrik Jan", 1926, owned by Te Siepe N.V.; Ruthemeyer, No. 508, "Jop", 1927, owned by Ooms-Avenhorn ; Ruthemeyer, No. 625, "Rooie Sien", 1929, owned by A. G. Boeree ; Ruthemeyer, No. 691, "M 175", 1930, owned by H. Boesewinkel ; ,, 015, own ed by Wegenbouw neroischInn.”, Rutherneyer, No. 775, '` Gerrit Ooms ; Ruthemeyer, No. 823, " Leendert ", 1941, owned by Wegenbouw GRUNO N.V.; Schwartzkopff, No. 8885, " Pieter Hans ", 1927, owned by P. H. Offringa N.V.; Winsehoter Industrie Mij, No. 1, "Jumbo ", 1925, owned by F. v. d. Kamp. The roller "Jumbo" is quite an interesting engine. It is probably the only steam roller ever built in Holland itself. We think that it is in fact a rebuilt German potrable engine, but very few details are yet known about this roller. Of course we are very pleased that especially this one survived the war years. Because of technical reasons another Ruthemeyer (No. 708, 1930, owned by P.. C. Zanen N.V.) could not participate. Neither could the Aveling & Porter, No. 8707, 1916, now owned by the S.O.M.A. (the school for engine drivers for road building equipment) because rebuilding is not finished yet. Just to be complete: further than the above mentioned engines our club have " registered " some other portable engines and also some rollers of British and German make : four Aveling & Porters ; two Fowlers ; two Marshalls ; one Garrett ; one Burrell ; five Ruthemeyers ; one Schwartzkopff and one Zettelmeyer. Most of these are in such a state that they will never be under steam again and are kept as " statues". Well, let us return to the rally in Hoorn. Thousands of spectators, young and old, gathered around the engines on the Noorderveemarkt. The organ played and hay was threshed. Wide eyed youngsters kept their small hands in the firm grip of their parent's. Much admiration, and yet a little fear ! Great clouds of smoke filled the air. The scent of hot oil remembered too of bygone days. The Burgomaster of Hoorn officially opened the rally by throwing a great firecracker " in the ring ". After the " big boom " sixteen whistles started a concert. Ears were covered. Hoorn was in steam again. Soon afterwards the rollers were lined up for the traditional parade through the town. Bands cleared the path for the rollers, driven by their proud

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engineers. Cameras were clicking along the route. Many miles of film were shot too, For those who stayed on and near the Noorderveemarkt the portables continued their shows with the organ and the threshing machine. At the end of the afternoon a happy gathering of steam-people could be found in the nearby restaurant. As usual there were many prizes to be given away. The ceremony was lead by the Burgomaster. Afterwards he looked at his right hand—black as a driver's—and said to me: " No doubt what kind of event I was with this day !" The rallies in Nijmegen and Gorinchem were on a much smaller scale, but turned out to be pleasant occasions. Nijmegen, 23rd July. Every year the town of Nijmegen, in the eastern part of Holland, is totally upset for some days. That is during the famous Four Days Marches, when thousands of people come together to walk or to watch walking. The fourth day is a festive one. Those who still are on are given a welcome with flowers and music. In this city-of-tired-and-bruised-feet five rollers ("Concurrent ", "Bernard", " Rooiesien". " M 175" and " Jumbo ") participated in a small rally, preceded by performances of youth brass bands and followed by an open-air "discobal ". Between brass and pop the five rollers played their slalom ; tilt at the ring, with some charming girls on the engines; musical chairs and tug of war. For the tug of war there appeared to be more than 110 young men and some girls with still enough power in their feet and legs to win and pull the roller across the square. People of many nationalities watched this steaming performance in the Middle of the city. Amidst a tremendous amount of decibels of beat music, produced by loud speakers as big as refrigerators, the rollers were put on the low-loaders again. "Concurrent" and "Rooie Eien " were also present the following day in Gorinchem. They were joined by " Zoef Zoef ", "Dolle Mina " and " Majo".

Later on " Pluisje" also came to the rally-field, but only after some difficult hours spent in the 4rip of century old city ramparts . . . . Once upon a time the old city of Gorinchem was solidly built behind those ramparts. To reach the rally terrain, beautifully situated along the banks of the river Merwede, the low-loaders had to make a sharp turn through narrow streets. Carefully they did, watched by many spectators. To make more space two policemen assisted in bending a traffic signpost Some century old stones were crushed, but at last all but one roller arrived in good order on the rally field. The weather was fine and the engines, being in this town for the first time, received great attention. Innumerable pictures were taken of children, girlfriends, wives and relatives on or near the rollers. In the meantime the low-loader with " Pluisje " got stuck between the ramparts—as firm as a rock ! Not to disappoint the hundreds of spectators behind the lines, the rally was started with the presentation of the five rollers. The slalom was held, followed by tilt at the ring. Fve girls to assist the driver were quickly at hand. Then boys were called to volunteer in the musical chairs. More volunteers were then needed for the tug of war. About 115 young people pulled at the rope and the roller, " Majo ", was slowly dragged forward, its wheels skidding on the grass ! After that the Burgomaster of Gorinchem took the microphone to present the prizes. Cheers and applause, not only for the winners, but also for " Pluisje " who was at last freed from the grip of ancient times and rushed to the rally field. The roller was received by a whistle concert as never was heard before on the river banks. A tug of war was immediately arranged between " Pluisje " and more than a hundred strong volunteers. This time they had no chance, " Pluisje "—which means " little fluff "—dragged them helplessly over the grass . . . . It was nice to sec how our rally season 1971 was given full cover in various newspaper articles. The "Stoomwalsenclub Nederland" is already preparing plans for 1972. When and where will be announced in "Steaming " next spring. Our British friends are welcome again next summer, to see for themselves : more steam in Holland

Winschoter Industrie Mij, No. 1 (1925), "Jumbo" Believed to be the only Dutch built roller.

Aveling & Porter, No. 4732 (1901), "Maio". Restored in 1971. Photographs taken at Hoorn in 1971 by Stoomwalsenclub, Nederland.

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REVIEWS " TRACTION ENGINES IN REVIEW " by Barry J. Finch. £2.25, published by Ian Allan. Barry Finch needs no introduction to members. His photographs in his own and other writers' books, in "Steaming" and numerous journals .are well known. He is a professional photographer spending much of his time taking pictures of machinery. He has been photographing engines for over twenty years and has been able to obtain many negatives of engines at work. Barry seems to have the ability of being "in the right place at the right time". His delightful picture of a 1907 Allchin coming along a country lane in winter is a gem, not a house or telegraph pole in sight. The same goes for the picture on page 85, two Mechanical Tar-spraying and Grouting rollers, with drivers Bill Don and Harry Williams, at work in a country lane in Berkshire. The seven chapters deal with the seven types of engines. Each chapter commences with a couple of pages of text by the indefatigable lack Hampshire which admirably sets the scene for Barry's pictures that follow. There are some 150 altogether, each with a caption giving engine details. This is another excellent Barry Finch book. One which should find a place on the shelves of the rally-going public as well as the dedicated enthusiast.

" STOOMWALSEN " by R. Gebhard. This little book has the distinction of being the first book in the Dutch language dealing with steam road engines. It runs to some eighty pages and has over sixty illustrations, mostly rollers, but including portables and " our " different types. These include Wallis & Steevens 7683, Wantage 1389, Burrells, " Lord Fisher ", and " Lord Lascelles "„ and Fowler P.Es., 14694/5 at work dredging. Dutch rollers shown are mostly in preservation, but twelve of the pictures are of engines at work. The language will be a problem to most readers, but the pictures are intelligible and one soon learns the meaning of words such as " stoonikast " and " Ketel ". Copies can be had by sending an international money order for 65 pence to R. Gebhard, Spinozalaan 183, Voorburg (ZH), Holland.

" THE BUILDING AND RUNNING OF STEAM TRACTION ENGINE AND ROLLER MODELS" by H. R. Plastow, published by ' Lion ' Engineering Company, £3.00. Numerous books for railway modellers are available and while many aspects of boilermaking arc similar this new book will be particularly welcome amongst Traction Engine and Steam Roller modellers. In addition, many people having read the book will, we feel sure, have the confidence to make a start on a road steamer of one sort or another. The book is so obviously written from experience. The chapters " What to Build " and "Where to Start " are just as valuable as " Boiler and Horn Plate Assembly ", etc. The model work is interspersed with first-hand accounts of journeys on the road with full scale engines. The illustrations, of both full size and model engines are good, six of them in full colour. Numerous drawings in the text illustrate layout or suggest techniques to cover particular jobs. The book is well presented, has over 180 pages, is fully bound and in these days of skimp and save it is good to see a generous size type being used.

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" STEAM TRACTION ENGINES, WAGONS AND ROLLERS " by Brian Johnson. £1.50, published by Blandford Press. In the introduction the author tells us that close on a million people visit rallies during the summer months each year. It is at this near million as well as the few hundred dedicated enthusiasts that this book is aimed. Part one deals with the " how " and the " why ", driving, and the different types. Part two the history from experimental stage to preservation. Part three is the largest part and consists of some eighty pages of colour illustrations depicting over 150 engines and thirty pages giving details of the engines illustrated. The pictures are from photographs taken by the author, they cover all types from portable to steam wagon—generally an excellent selection but is seems a pity that so many engines that have been converted during " preservation " have been included. The colours are good but on comparison with the subjects themselves they are in some cases not quite true. The final part gives names and addresses of clubs and societies, suggestions for further reading and a glossary of terms. " Steam Traction Engines, Wagons and Rollers " is excellent value and will do much to make " rally-goers " into " enthusiasts ". " SCAMMELL VEHICLES ", compiled by the Olyslager Organisation, edited by Bart H. Vanderveen and published by Warne & Co. Ltd. £1.25. The Scammell, perhaps more than any other I.C. vehicle, is a make which appeals to steam men. Before the firm started production they had been agents and repairers dealing extensively with steam wagons. In the early 1920s it became evident to the firm that the future of road transport (taking into account the regulations in force at that time) lay in articulated vehicles. They designed and marketed their well known chain drive Tractors which they built to " traction engine proportions ". One can only conjecture that the steam wagon builders may have been more successful in holding on to their market in the 1920s and 30s had they gone in for " artics " more extensively than they did. The book is well illustrated with two or three steam pictures, a " Showtrac " with three loads and many fine pictures that have not been seen before. " THE LIGHT RAILWAY GUIDE AND TIMETABLES, 1971 ". Editors Robt. L. Eastleigh and A. J. Cheesman, 20p post extra, from Trans-Rail Publications, 61 Worcester Road, Walthamstow, E.17. December seems late to consider the 1971 Guide but any member planning holidays for 1972 and wanting to include a visit to some of the preserved, narrow gauge or other railways would find the guide, at 20p, an excellent investment. There are 164 pages, many maps and illustrations. We look forward to the 1972 edition and hope that the editors may see fit to include a list of T.E. Rallies. BOILER MOUNTINGS, WHISTLES, ETC. In this issue the advert of Smith-Dennis Ltd. brings to our notice the fact that many items for engines, which it may have been thought were no longer obtainable, can in fact be purchased. When enquiring members should state sizes of flanges or threads. Please mention " Steaming " when writing to advertisers. PADDLE STEAMER PRESERVATION SOCIETY ... AN INVITATION to join us on : January 22nd, 1430 hrs., Missions to Seamen, So'ton. Steam Films. Details from Andrew Patrick, " Homefield ", Titchfield Road, Stubbington, Nr. Fareham, Hants, (s.a.e. please !) or telephone Stubbington 2064.

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REAR REFLECTIVE MARKERS Under the terms of the Motor Vehicles (Rear Markings) Regulations, 1970, which came into effect on November 1st, 1971, the majority of motor vehicles having an unladen weight of over 3 tons and all trailers which have an unladen weight of over 1 ton, will have to be fitted with special rear reflective markers. Certain vehicles are exempt from these requirements and these are as follows : (a) Passenger vehicles. (b) A trailer, being a living van, the unladen weight of which does not exceed 2 tons. (c) Land tractors, land locomotives, land implements, land implement conveyors, agricultural trailers and industrial tractors. (d) Works trucks or Works trailers. (e) Uncompleted vehicles travelling to a works for completion or to a place where they are to be stored or displayed for sale. (f) Motor vehicles constructed or adapted to form part of an articulated vehicle. (g) Broken down vehicles being towed because of a breakdown. (1,0 Engineering plant. (i) Trailers being drawn by public service vehicles. (j) Vehicles designed for fire fighting or fire salvage use. (k) Vehicles designed and used for transporting two or more wheeled vehicles carried thereon. (I) Vehicles designed and used for the purpose of servicing or controlling aircraft. (m) Vehicles proceeding to a place of export. (n) Vehicles brought temporarily into Great Britain by persons resident abroad. (o) Vehicles in the service of a visiting force or of a headquarters. (p) Motor vehicles first used before January 1st, 1940. Motor vehicles not exceeding 13m (42.6 ft.) and trailer combinations not exceeding 1 1m (31.1 ft.) should have a horizontal single marker or twin markers. Under certain circumstances, twin vertical markers may be used. Vehicles over 13m (42.6 ft.) and trailers over 13m (42.6 ft.) should have a single " Long Vehicle " sign attached, but where it is not practical to fit a sign of this nature, two smaller similar signs should be used. The types of marker to be used are, in the first case, oblong panels having diagonal stripes of red flourescent material interspersed with yellow reflex reflective material. In the case of the, " Long Vehicle " signs, the lettering should be black, on a background of the yellow reflex reflective material with a border of red flourescent material. The relevant act lays down the dimension of the signs, the standards to which these must be made and where they are to be positioned on the vehicle. If any doubt exists whether a member's vehicle—a low loader for example —has to be fitted with a marker or markers as laid down in the act, it is recommended that the advice of the local licensing authority be sought. Traction engines, etc. are exempt from the act under the 'exemption clause (p), but it may be prudent to suggest that if any considerable distance is to be travelled on the road, especially at night, or dusk, arrangements should be made to position the proper markers, if only temporarily, on the rear of the vehicle, for the owner's protection. Suitable signs can be obtained from Bluemel Bros. Ltd., Coventry ; Bribond Signs Ltd., Horsham ; or Flexible Lamps Ltd., Epping. D.A.R.

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POSTBAG Canterbury, New Zealand. Dear Mr. Hawthorne, I have been meaning to write to you for some time, to send you some details of our own Steam Preservation Society, and our different items of machinery which we exhibit. We first formed the Society in September, 1968, and since then we have become really established. We have a membership of 84 at present, but the numbers are increasing all the time, and we have just leased a thirty acre property in the north west side of the city, on which we hope to erect a working steam museum in the near future. The hind has been cleared and the different areas marked out for our various projects and, on the 1st August we had a very good working bee, during which we dug a well down to 22 feet, fitted the necessary pipework and had it pumping out in 24 hours. This was a big hurdle over for us, because we are holding two field days ill October, as an inaugural function on our own land, and we would have had to cart the water otherwise. We also hope to combine with the Vintage Car Club for this function, so we are all looking forward to a couple of good days. We have numerous items of steam machinery to restore, but our main effort at the moment is concentrated on the Bush Locomotive, which was made by A. & 0. Price Ltd. at Thames. N.Z., in 1943, this was also the last of this type of locomotive. This engine, is very similar to the American Heisler. with a vee steam engine of two cylinders, a conventional type loco boiler with side water tanks, and the drive is through universals to bevel wheels on the front and rear bogie axles. We have completed the boiler overhaul and had it steaming al our last rally, in May this year, to drive all the stationary engines. 'Ibis engine was used up until about ten years in Westland, N.Z., for hauling logs out of the bush to the mill at Gladstone. Westland was the province that had a thriving limber industry, and a boom in gold mining. but nowadays all that is done in a large way is coal mining. So, since the limber industry waned, we have made several trips over there to retrieve several old pieces, which have gone for scrap. On one trip last year, we found a 6 h.p. single cylinder McLaren, No. 277 in a river bed, it looked in fairly reasonable condition too. It was made from Lowmoor Iron, it had Bowlings stamp on several of the boiler plates. The biggest problem there would be to get it out and transported back to Christchurch. it is in a very inaccessible spot. However, when our finances have improved after museum building expenSe, we will consider it further. Most of our members are Traction Engine owners, but a lot only have the basic qualification, that of a genuine interest in steam and its power. I noted with much interest, reading from " Steaming ", that one of your members, Zeke Myers owns McLaren, No. 785. Two of our members own McLarens of the same vintage, Stan Bennett has McLaren, No. 792, and Ron Everest has McLaren, No. 797, both more or less fully restored, and both rally regularly. There are actually several McLarens in Canterbury, all in first class order. We have quite a few Burrells too, including my own, which is an 8 h.p. single cylinder, made in 1900, No. 2331. There are also Fowlers in the area. I was very interested to read Ron Alexander's article in the previous issue of " Steaming ". Our own Society engine is one of the Fowler ' Lion ' class, named " Dreadnought ". We have started on restoration, but she has a large crack in the right hand side of the fire-box inner casing, which will take quite a bit repairing. She was used by a firm making ferro-concrete products, for making a hot cure at atmospheric pressure, of the products, so she got full of scale from the foundation ring upwards. There are 3 Aveling & Porters in Christchurch, 2 engines and 1 roller, one Clayton & Shuttleworth, 2 Fodens and 2 Garretts, so we have a reasonable cross section of makes, although there are lots of engine makes listed in Steaming that we have never seen out here.

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We are continuously receiving steam items, or items associated with steam or steam machinery, our latest acquisitions are two Richards Steam Indicators, for use with stationary exhibits, quite old, but in first class order. I had the privilege of travelling over to Australia last November to attend a conference of the Institute of Marine Engineers, of which I am a member.

Afterwards I took a few extra days leave and went over to see the lads at Lake Goldsmith, there place being about 120 miles west of Melbourne. They are all very keen, and have a very impressive organisation. I was received most royally and taken round to see everyone's collection. One owner in the district has fourteen engines, most are restored, but rarely steamed, and the rest are in various stages of restoration. Thirty-eight of our members are going over to the Lake Goldsmith Summer Rally in November this year, so we are anticipating a most enjoyable trip. I conceived a trip of this kind last year when visiting, but did not really envisage such a large response. However the Lake lads are highly delighted that so many of us think it worth while visiting them, so I think again that we are going to be really

well looked after. I think I have brought you up to date from this end as far as our Society is concerned, and most of our important activities. With kind regards and best wishes for good health and pleasant steaming'. Yours sincerely, E. R. (Dick) Musson, Hon. Secretary, The Canterbury Steam Preservation Society (Inc.) Dear Mr. Hawthorne, In the current issue of " Steaming ", the Devon correspondent states that he has been unable to trace two of the Devon County Council rollers disposed of last autumn. One of these. Aveling & Porter. No. 11047 (Reg. No. TT1554), built 1924, a compound piston valve type, is now owned by R. Shepherd of Chipping Sodbury, Glos. It was entered for the Badminton Rally last July, but did not make an appearance, so I presume it to be still in the process of restoration. May I also commend you and your editorial team on the splendid way in which the magazine is now being turned out. I now look forward to the Rally Issue. Sincerely, A. V. K. Thomas, Illogan Highway, Cornwall. 32 Spigurnell Road, London, N.17 7PP.

Deor Mr. Hawthorne, Thank you for publishing my query concerning the two Ploughing Engines at Aberdovey and the prompt reply of their owner, Mr. Gunn. On my train travels I have found some more of our friends upon which you may be able to shed a little light, if possible, please. (1) 14th August, 1971. Among the buses in the yard, next to the railway line, of W. North of Leeds, Yorks., was a Fowler ILL, No. FL8203. (2) 24th August, 1971. From the top of a bus as it passed Church Road, Rustington, Sussex. At the far end of Church Road stood a steam R.R., Aveling & Porter.

(3) Saturday, 25th September, 1971. In a yard beside the main S.R. line to Exeter, west of Whitchurch, Hants., were several steam tractors and Road Rollers.

Yours, C. Burgess, N.T.E.C. No. 4081. Item (3) seen by Mr. Burgess was part of the collection of J. Hirst of St. Mary Bourne that was sold by auction on October 23rd.—A report of this sale will appear in a future edition of " Steaming "—Editor.

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STEAM IS WHERE YOU FIND IT by RAN HAWTHORNE For just on 90 years passengers rode up the Dart Valley line from Totnes to Ashburton. It ail began in 1892 and finished in 1962. The line was first worked by the South Devon Railway, later part of the Great Western. and was closed by British Railways. For seven years there were no passenger but " Butliver", as the little train is known locally, came back to life in 1969. It was rescued by a group of people, some local and some who had made railway preservation a way of life, and now runs for tourists as an example of the Great Western branch line at its best. The branch train has, for many years been known as the "Flulliver". Considerable mystery surrounds the name, even down to its spelling which some authorities give as " Bolivar" (phonetically identical in West Country dialect). There is also some doubt whether the name should not, more correctly be applied to the engine rather than the train. One can admire the local's reply when asked about the name—" us 'as allus called 'er that." My trip on the " Bulliver" came at the early part of July. I was in the Buckfastleigh Station office collecting my footplate pass when first a great western whistle was heard, follower by the unmistakable sounds of a steam engine going past. The excitement began to rise. Was that " my" engine ? Would it be an 0-6-0 Pannier tank similar to one in the cab of which I once warmed myself on a cold winter's evening at Paddington ? One of the 45XX class 2-6-2s that I knew so well ? or one of the little I4XX class 0-4-2s that had given me my only previous footplate ride over rails Hardly had the' engine gone by when a driver came in to the office. I was introduced to Fred Heath and left in his care. Out onto the platform and there was "my " engine. It was No. 1420. I was not sorry it was one of the 0-4-2s for they are grand little engines and full of character. She was backed onto a rake of five coaches, the one nearest the engine being the " Devon Belle " observation coach which gave the occupants excellent views all round. The coaches, cream and brown and the loco in green, really looked a picture. I wandered round and explored " my " engine while driver and fireman made everything ready. The guard came up for a word then precisely at 11.30 a.m. we were " off ". Driver Heath, late of Newton Abbot shed, a young veteran of the G.W.R. lines to Penzance in the west and Paddington in the east handled his regulator and reverser to the manner born 1420 moved her substantial load with ease. We had just moved off when the fireman said " Fred, we've got to pick up Jack's 'ammer at Staverton." The line winds along the Dart, over farm crossings and under bridges. At a minor road level crossing a friendly local lady cheerfully waved us on with her green flag. She reminded me of Bessie Jones at far off Tan-ybwlch on the Festiniog. We arrived at Staverton Bridge and forgot about Jack's " 'ammer ". The pegs marking out the new loco shed were pointed out, and after comparisons of T.E. and railway driving methods we were off again for Totnes. We came to a stop by mounds of red earth topped by a notice which said " Sight of new station Totnes Riverside ", a few yards further on was the junction with B.R. The fireman did the necessary and 1420 ran round to the other end of her train. The injector went on, the hose was used to douse the dust in the tender and on the footplate. The guard whistled and once again we were off. Running backwards fairly lifted the dust and more hose was needed. It was a nice morning, the Dart was clear, the rocky bottom being visible all the way. Farmers were turning hay, a waterboard man busy at a pump house, a cottager was feeding her poultry, an old man sat in the sun and a child al3 play. All had a friendly wave as the "Bulliver " went by. A

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toot on the whistle warned two permanent way men we were coming. They straightened their backs and exchanged " Morning Bert ", Morning Fred " as we ambled by. Half a mile past Staverton Bridge the fireman said, "Here, look we forgot Jack's 'ammer." "Never mind," said the driver, " us'l get 'n next trip." The line has no severe gradients, but varies almost every few hundred yards, so driver Fred was kept busy with reverser and regulator. We talked coal, coaldust, water, tubes and many other topics. All too soon Buckfastleigh came in sight. Driver and fireman seemed delighted with a photograph of " Renown ". Goodbyes, a hasty lunch then out of the station gate back into 1971. I had a delightful morning, as near as one could to the G.W.R. of forty years ago. If you go to Devon, go to Buckfastleigh and have a ride to Tot= and hack. They need our support and there is plenty to see. If you are planning a holiday next year, write to Buckfastleigh Station for times of trains, etc. for 1972. I wonder if they ever did remember to bring Jack's "'ammer " !

A LITTLE PULL TO WARRINGTON by A. R. PORTER Sunday morning, May 30th, although not raining was cold and wet when I arrived to assist Walter Fitter and Sid Green take Dennis Priestner's massive Fowler BB plougher, affectionately known as " Old Charlie", to Warrington. Steam had already been raised on my arrival at Dennis's farm in Dunham Massey, near Altrincham, and after being greeted with a bright "good afternoon " I lent a hand to oil up and tinsheet the pinngher: No. 15148, ready for the journey. Meanwhile Walter and Ski tended "Elizabeth ", Walter's fine 7 n.h.p. Foden traction, No. 2312, which was to haul " Old Charlie " to Walter's yard to have a new fire-box fitted. By 11 am. all was ready and with the plougher hitched up and Dennis following in the Land Rover we set off for Walter's yard at Great Sankey, on the other side of Warrington. First stop was a mile down the road, just to see if anything was loose or missing. We journeyed to the first major obstacle—a small dip over a stream in the centre of Lymn, very steep and short going down and twice as steep and mile long going up. Going down was easy with everything under control, at the bottom a stop was made to change into low gear before ascending at a steady plod. To those standing at the top of the rise, and there was quite a few, the sound of "Elizabeth " blasting her way up the gradient was a thrilling and never to be forgotten spectacle. Once the summit was reached we were on our way again at a steady 4 m.p.h. But not for long. Trouble came on the outskirts of Lymn when the near side steering bracket on the plougher front bogie somehow became too loose for safety. But could we move those nuts 7 Fortunately a fellow in overalls came to the rescue with a giant pair of Stiltston wrenches. Just inside the Warrington Boundary a rather amusing incident took place when a very enthusiastic photographer stopped Dennis in the Land Rover. He turned out to be a local reporter and wanted to know some details, in particular how many miles to the gallon Walter's engine would do. On being told we'd filled up in Lymn with nearly 200 gallons he was staggered. " Petrol or diesel ?" he queried. When Dennis told him it was water he couldn't believe his ears, until it was explained to him that it was a steam engine The centre of Warrington was negotiated with ease. Walter's yard was reached without incident. " Old Charlie " was manoeuvred into position using " Elizabeth " as the shunter. And here Walter demonstrated his driving skill, giving a superb exhibition of how to put a great beast of an engine, like a plougher, into a tight space in a few easy stages. We now eagerly await the day when " Old Charlie" emerges from the yard under its own steam.

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ENGINE NEWS D. R. Waters of Derby sends further news of his Marshall Roller "Anne". She is Works No. 81427 (1926). She did 24 miles to Market Bosworth in 5 hours. A new canopy is to be fitted before the winter. She has two or three rolling jobs lined up for the autumn, details of which we shall have at a later stage. Mr. Waters also mentions a Robey Tandem Steam Roller. In 1939 she fell down a culvert in the "Strand ", in the centre of Derby. It is believed that this engine is still in existence " somewhere in the south of England ". Mr. Waters wonders if it is in preservation or could it be acquired for preservation. Sgt. Diprose of R.A.F. Bruggen mentions that Mr. Bryant's Ransome portable is No. 27271 (1917). Foden Compound Showman's, No. 2104 (Reg. No. WR6985), " Prospector" (1910), has now arrived in Sgt. Diprose's home county, Essex, being in the ownership of Wally Hicks, Little Stamford, Nr. Rochford. He goes on to say that Burrell 7 n.h.p. Single Cylinder T.E„ No. 3882 (Reg. No. AH7306), "Dreadnought" (1921), has been bought by M. Kettle of Gilfords Cross, Nr. Stanford-le-Hope, from W. Keeling of Crays Hill, Nr. Wickford. Mr. Keeling's Burrell, No. 3381, " Wee Lass" (1913), also 7 n.h.p., Single (Reg. No. NO404), was sold in 1969 but to whom it is not known. This leaves Mr. Keeling with one Burrell T.E. that is without Works or Reg. Number. Mrs. Driscoll of Brentwood owns an Aveling & Porter Convertible, No. 9382 (Reg. No. AP9437), "Chaser" (1921), which is a 4 n.h.p. compound and in Tractor form at present. It was new to East Sussex C.C. Taylor Bros, of Wimbish own what is probably the only Fowler K5 plougher in the country. She is an 8 n.h.p. Single Cylinder, No. 12366 (Reg. No. BP5599) (1910), and named "Old Guard ". She is one of the only pair of K5s fitted with two speed drum drive. Kenneth E. Frost of Swardeston, Nr. Norwich, the son of E. W. Frost of Norscot, Tacolneston writes that he is the owner of Burrell S.E., No. 3343, "Princess Mary ". He also has a collection of vintage farm tractors and oil engines. Graeme Dawson of Kennington No. 1 R.D., Invercargill, New Zealand, has recently joined the N.T.E.C. and writes, " We own a Burrell and a Yorkshire." Mr. Gerald Kennedy, a friend of D. Lloyd Evans, 25 Hollytree Close, Hoton, Nr. Loughborough, Leics., who lives at Stanley in the Falkland Isles, has recovered a Marshall Steam Tractor of about 1919 from a rubbish dump. Mr. Kennedy hopes to renovate the engine but has no information or suitable books. If you can help please write to Mr. Lloyd Evans. We have heard, via Bill Briggs of Mobberley. from Mr. Coulter of 7 Turnfield Road, Cheadle, Cheshire, telephone 061-428 3556, that while on holiday in France he noted R. S. & J. Portable, No. 19424, " for sale ". The seller was M. Coyer, Solicitor of Agrefeuille, Charente-Moritime, France. Mr. Coulter has a short length of film showing the engine. He would be happy to give further details. E. .1. Greaves writes to say that a Wallis & Steevens Tractor (Reg. No. NO296) stands outside 32 Shooters Hill Road, Blackheath, London. The engine is in reasonable condition but rusty. It has stood there for 3f years to Mr. Greaves' knowledge. P. G. Smart of Ashvale and J. North of Tilford, Aldershot, have acquired Robey Portable, No. 40892, a 5 n.h.p. class engine that left Lincoln on 21st April, 1923 and went to Northfle.et U.D.C. She was purchased from J. Sparks of Outwood, who had her just after the war from a Sawmill at Tenterden. Mr. Bartrop of Worksop, Notts. reports that his Ransomes, Sims & Jeffries Single Cylinder Tractor, No. 26994 of 1916 (Reg. No. WT1271), has had a general overhaul. Some welding on the boiler and wheel brakes has yet to be done, together with a repaint.

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THE LINCOLNSHIRE STEAM ENGINE PRESERVATION SOCIETY Changes of ownership amongst the roller section figure quite prominently in the notes this time, and are as follows : Mr. C. A. Parker of Lincoln has bought the Fowler, No. 18651. This is a 10 ton single cylinder type and was purchased from Leicestershire in the early summer, and Mr. A. W. Shcpherdson of North Hykeham has sold his Aveling & Porter 8 tonner, No. 8341 (Reg. No. BH7170), to Mr. A. Williams of Eakring, Notts. Two more machines to change hands are the Marshall 10 ton Compound Roller, No, 73290 (Reg. No. BE9749), sold by Mr. R. Franklin of Messingham, to Mr. E. Flear of Kirton in Lindsey. This was new in 1923 to Scunthorpe and Frodingham U.D.C. and on retirement went to a local building contractor for a short time and then to Franklin's, where it has been for several years. It is currently undergoing overhaul. Mr. F. A. Smith of Kirton Holme is reported as having sold his Fowler 10 ton Compound Roller, No. 17285 (Reg. No. 1329), to a buyer at Tattershall. Yet another roller to change hands is the Aveling & Porter No. 11793 (Reg. No. YT1265), a 12 ton piston valve compound, sold by Mr. J. W. Hebden of Little Steeping to Mr. R. Carnaby of East Halton. From Old Leake comes the news that Mr. R. E. Dale's Fowler Plougher, No. 15412 (CT8726), of Class B.B.1 has had its overhaul completed by Messrs. H. H. Smith & Son, and they are now working on Mr. Tom Simson's Foster traction. This engine is one of the oldest in the area, and is a three shaft type, No. 2373 (Reg. No. D02050). It is an 8 h.p. single which is being fitted with new sides to the fire-box and a new foundation ring. During recent months the Society has paid its third visit to the Lincoln City Waterworks Pumping Station at Elkesley. It was thought that our recent visit would be the last time that we would be able to see the very large Ashton Frost engines at work. However, current information is that it may be some time before these engines are put out of commission, owing to the pending re-arrangement of County administration. More recently our Members have visited Messrs Bass's Makings at Sleaford to see the pair of Robey horizontal tandem compound engines. This pair has been out of use for several years now, but the machinery is still complete and greased down. The fate of these fine pieces does not yet appear to have been settled. Late in July, a Rally was held at Louth, in aid of the Swimming Bath Fund. Engines attending were: Traction Engines—Clayton & Shuttleworth, No. 48162, J. Hebden ; Marshall, No. 61880, F. Strange ; Ransomes, No. 26475, Maddison Bros.; Marshall, No. 45689, H. H. Smith ; Allchin, No. 1499. J. Taylor ; Marshall, No. 79441, J. Selby. Rollers—Fowler, No. 16967, R. G. Drakes ; Aveling & Porter, No. 6343, G. Turner ; Aveling & Porter, No. 8240, J. Brooks ; Fowler, No. 18867, Louth U.D.C.; Marshall, No. 76797, E. E. Riggall. Steam Tractor—Aveling & Porter, No. 9228, W. Payne. Steam Wagons—Sentinel, Nos. 1465 and 9086, Messrs. Fearnley's. Portable Engine—Foster, No. 14737, E. E. Riggall. A good display of Model Engineering was to be seen in Mr. Taylor's section. Ring events took place on both days and a threshing machine of Ransomes build was at work on the ground. The weather was fair for most of the time, but a thunderstorm on the Sunday tea-time brought the party to a somewhat hasty conclusion, as visitors hurried for shelter. However, a good time was had by all. F.S. ULSTER Another year has again reached its climax with the Irish Steam Preservation Society Ulster Branch's Rally at Antrim. It is perhaps because of the good weather which the Ulster Rallies have enjoyed to date that two rollers have had their canopies removed. Fowler, No. 15965 (J. & J. Wasson) and Marshall 78563 (S. Crawford and B. Dorman) are now both open to the elements, although it is fair to say that the modification has not detracted from their appearance.

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Norman Andrews has taken delivery of an engine from Freddie Forrest. It was formerly a Wallis & Steevens Roller, No. 7830 (Reg. No. H06401), purchased in 1925 by Robert J. Maxwell, Contractor and Quarry Master, Coleraine. It remained in the same ownership until about two years ago when Freddie Forrest bought it and removed it to his premises in Scotland, where he commenced to convert it to a traction engine. In June, Norman shipped it back to Ulster and had it returned to driveable condition just in time for the Shane's Castle Rally, since when he has been continuing the conversion. Harold Condell has sold his Ransomes, Sims & Jeffries Compound Agricultural Engine, No. 43033, to Hugh Kennedy who has driven it at rallies for the past two years.

On 7th August, Larne Lions Club staged a display of engines at the A.E.J. Turbine Works where, following a parade through the town, three traction engines (J. & T. Wasson's Ransomes, No. 33156, J. Stevenson & Co's. Marshall, No. 85556, W. Wilson's Wallis & Steevens, No. 7008) and two rollers (J. & T. Wasson's Fowler, No. 15965, J. MeIlfatrick's Advance', No. 7834) took part in a selection of the usual ring events after which the engine crews and stewards were taken on a conducted tour of the works where machinery under construction included steam turbines for power stations in India and Africa. The writer would be interested to hear news of the 14 ton Garrett Road Locomotive names " Vera " (Reg. No. 016818) which, I understand, was sold in 1968 to someone in the Birmingham area. " Vera " was new to Belfast Corporation in 1921 and was later sold to J. Harkness and.Sans, Haulage Contractors, who use several traction engines until recent years,

mainly for heavy haulage in the Queen's Island area. (It is believed that this engine is now in the hands of Mr. Frank of Great Ayton, Yorks., and is under restoration—Ed.) H.W.C.

NORTH OF ENGLAND

Among engine activities in the North of England, some changes in engines and owners has taken place. T►wo of Jack Wakefield's fleet went to new owners—June, an Aveling & Porter Type L Tractor, No. 12766 (Reg. No. SM9983), going to Neil Corner of Croxdale, who has renamed it " Enzo"; and "Popeye ", a Garrett 5 ton Tractor, No. 35225 (Reg. No. 0U3239), has moved across into Lancashire to Mr. Moores of Liverpool. Wm. H. McAlpine's Fowler Roller, No. 19456 (Reg. No. SE3563), which he has kept at McAlpines Gateshead plant depot for some years while attending northern rallies, is now jointly owned by Mick Donohoe. the depot manager, and George Byerley of Stamfordham, who have named it " Highland Lass ".

J .D. NEW ZEALAND The days of the steam locomotive now being numbered on New Zealand Railways, a party of enthusiasts from Dunedin, Southland, chartered a steam hauled train and made a trip to Invercargill on Sunday, 29th August. They were met at the station by three local engines in steam: Yorkshire Wagon, No. 1535, owned by G. Dawson ; McLaren, No. 1340, an 8 n.h.p. compound, 3-speed traction, built 1913 and owned by A. Campbell ; and Marshall, No. 75845, the former Invercargill City Council roller, now converted to a traction by the present owner, S. Tedington. The engines were used to transport the enthusiasts a distance of 4 miles to Oreli River where trips were provided aboard a steam launch. Two Marshall portables were recently located some 60 miles from Invercargill. One was a 6 n.h.p. single, and the other a similar size, but having the maker's " Britannia " type boiler. Makers numbers were missing, as were numerous boiler fittings.

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YORKSHIRE The Wallis & Steevens 10 ton ' Advance ' Roller, No. 7986, which belonged to Bradford Corporation, is to be exhibited at the new Industrial Museum at Eccleshill. This museum is also to house Bradford Tram, No. 104 (4' 0" gauge) and a Hudswell Clarke Saddlebank " Nellie " which worked for many years at the Esholt Sewage Works. The overhead compound slide valve Marshall Roller. No. 57168 (Reg. No. NN950), which stood for many years at Dixon's yard, l-lexthorpe, Doncaster, has been sold to a Derby enthusiast, Stephen Durance. Jack Whitwell attended a Scout Group's Summer Open Day at the Treasurer's House in York in July with his Clayton & Shuttleworth Traction, No. 48385 (Reg. No. BP5463), " Yorkshire Lass ". He towed a trailer to and fro and gave rides to many interested customers. Mr. P. C. W. Rhodes' Burrell, No. 1426 (Reg. No. A36705), "Old Faithful ", driven by John Henderson, steamed from Boroughbridge to the Great Yorkshire Show at Harrogate, in mid July and whilst on exhibition there, formed a rendezvous for the many enthusiasts and farmers who attended the show. One of the last steam rollers in County Council ownership, Aveling & Porter, No. 8679 (Reg. No. BT8812), a 12 ton model, which was sold by tender by the East Riding County Council in 1965. is in a scrap yard near Goole and when last seen was sadly in need of attention. The two ether rollers disposed of at the same time, also Avelings, Nos. 8420 and 11093 arc now in preservation and it seems a shame that this one should remain un-

cared for. An invitation from the Northwell Swimming Bath Fund saw Walter Fearn• ley's Loden Wagon, No. 13120 (Reg. No. VM4536 and Derek Raynor's Aveling & Porter Steam Roller, No. 8506 (Reg. No. CT5012), "White Rose". taking part in their Carnival Procession through Northwell on the 18th Sep. temper. A weak bridge at the entrance to Rothwell Park meant that " White Rose " could not follow the procession into the park but had to make a

mile detour to enter by another gate. If any member has any notes ❑f engine movements, etc., within Yorkshire "Steaming " would they please for possible inclusion in the next issue send them to Mr. D. A. Rayner, " Invicta ", Rutland Close, Woodlesford, Leeds, LS26 8LL. D.A.R.

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HERTFORDSHIRE Denis Gallyer of Welwyn, Harts, has purchased Fowler, 10 ton Compound Roller, No. 19546 (Reg. No. SR9484), from Arbroath, Scotland, where it had been for 12 years since its late owner had in turn purchased it from the Arbroath District. Committee of Angus County Council. The writer went

with the new owner to travel with low-loader (the tractor unit being a month old E.R.F. with 180 b.h.p. Gardner engine) and we left at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 13th, arriving at Welwyn at 9.45 p.m. and off-loading the roller the same evening. We passed Fowler Showman's, No. 14948, " Prince of Wales ", near Knottingley of the way only minutes before the unfortunate incident it was involved in. The roller is basically in good condition although the rear rolls need re-plating, so it shouldn't be too long before it is out and in steam. Mr. E. Shone has purchased the the remains of a Glasgow-built 6 ton Standard Sentinel from Alex Steele of Culross, Fife, the works' number at the moment of this wagon being uncertain. Since Mr. Shone's DG6, No. 8213 (Reg. No. GR8655), has been restored attention has been turned to the Sentinel S8, No. 9105 (Reg. No. UJ3652), the road springs having to be completely dismantled with the aid of Oxy-Acetylene cutting gear, and the chassis as a whole towed to a firm to be shot blasted and sprayed with red oxide for a reasonable fee which saves a lot of elbow grease being expended. David Carter of Arkley has his Sentinel DG6P, No. 8590 (Reg. No. GT2827), running again since re-boilering with a Spiral Tube Super Sentinel Boiler, which came from a Staffordshire Nursery.

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Richard Nixon of Hatfield has been to a number of rallies with his Sentinel DG4P Tractor, No. 8413 (Reg. No. UY9878), and Sentinel Trailer, No. 9229, of 1935, and is still restoring at the same time as time and funds permit. Writing of Sentinel Tractors reminds me that over the Border in Cambridgeshire, Tony Purnell of Haddenham has got his Sentinel Tractor, No. 6504 (Reg. No. NT8347), running now. This was purchased in two halves in a very derelict condition from J. Hardwick of Ewell in 1967 and has been rebuilt as on the lines of Liverpool Sentinel Service Depot conversions using Richard Nixon's No. 8413 as a basis. Still in Cambridge, work is being done to the engines of Charles Roads at Orwell—otherwise known as the " Orwell Steam Ploughing Co." Amongst engines there are Mike Goodman's B4 Fowler Plougher, No. 11637, which is slowly being restored. R.N. WEST WALES There are some welcome signs of growing interest in steam engines and some increased activity among engine owners in Pembrokeshire. The 1914 12 ton Robey Compound Roller, No. 32387 (Reg. No. DE2592), which Michael Evans of Burton, near Milford Haven, acquired some 6 years ago was successfully steamed for the first time early in September and on 16th September, in the presence of boiler inspector Ken Roderick of Swansea and tho N.T.F.C. Chairman, the Rohey took to the road avain driven by its owner and steered by David Morris of Fishguard and watched by the incredulous inhabitants of Burton. When Michael Evans first bought the Robey it was in an almost derelict condition and before it could be steamed it had to be re-tubed and a good deal of restoration work had to be done, under difficult conditions in the open. , during I'vfichael's infrequent. shore leaves from his ship. .He is Chief Engineer on a Texaco tanker. His Robey roller has worked in Pembrokeshire all its life having been supplied original' to Messrs. Stephens, engineers of Pembroke. It has had only three owners and Ken Roderick has inspected the boiler for all three of them. The ex-Pembroke Council 1921 Marshall 10 ton Compound Roller, No. 75015 (Reg. No. DE2929). owned by Tom James of Pembroke and the Fowler Roller, No. 16148 (Reg. TTI253) owned by his son Bill James of Roch have not yet been steamed this year, but a new arrival in Pembrokeshire, the 1936 Marshall Single Cylinder Roller, No. 87884 (Reg. No. FW8035), recently acquired by W. G. Roberts of Castle Morris, near Haverfordwest, from E. F. Whitehead of Pudsey, Yorks., was lately driven to Fishguard to take part in a local festival. The derelict engines at Mathry and Trehowell are still in a sorry state, but the interest in engine preservation appears to be growing and the possibility of forming a group of steam-minded enthusiasts is under consideration. Readers of " Steaming " who are interested in water mills will be interested to know that one of the very few remaining tide-mills—that at Carew, near Pembroke—is being restored and should be in action again in 1972. A.S.H. LANCASHIRE

After the Club's annual rally at Burtonwood, several club members participated in a Steam Engine Party at Lower Whitley, near Stretton, Cheshire, on July 24th and 25th. As in the previous year this event took the form of a mini rally with a Grand Parade of Vehicles (vintage cars and motor cycles, old farm tractors and steam engines), arena events, a demonstration of threshing machinery and side shows. Ten engines made the steam party and were Walter Fitter's 1910 Foden Agricultural, No. 2312, " Elizabeth " ; George Coles' 1913 Clayton & Shuttleworth Agricultural, No. 46059 ; Phil Priestner and Phil Robinson's Foder

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Wagon, No. 13764 ; Phil Priestner's 1914 Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 8754 ; Alan Porter's 1908 Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 6544, " Little Wonder " ; Dennis Priestner's 1923 Fowler Roller, No. 16007 ; Fred Field's 1903 Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 5199 ; Peter Walton's 1927 Burrell Roller, No. 4067, " Hero ; Burrell Road Locomotive, No. 3098, driven by Peter Froud ; Tommy Barlow's 1912 Foden Agricultural, No. 2654. Two awards were made to the engines; George Coles taking the best Engine Award with his 7 h.p. Clayton & Shuttleworth Agricultural and Peter Walton taking the Best Roller Award with his 8 ton Burrell Roller, "Hero ".

The next event to be attended by the club members was the Astle Park Rally at Chelford, on August 14th and 15th. We were represented by members Jim Bostock, Alan Porter, Dennis Priestner, Phill Priestner, Phil Robinson, Eric Marshall, George Coles and Peter Walton. At Fulwood Barracks, Preston, the Preston Round Table organised a "Steamorama " in preparation for next year's Merchant Guild Celebrations. Club Members Jack Johnson (Burrell tractor), George Howard (Burrell tractor), R. Kitchen and R. Morris (Burrell Roller), Pat Kelly (Burrell agricultural) and R. White (Fowler roller) were joined by J. Crowther (Aveling tractor), T. Croft & Son Ltd. with their Fowler roller and Tom Alberts with his Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive, " His Lordship ", and organ. Nearer the coast, at the Royal Lancashire Showground, Stanley Park, Blackpool, the. Princess Elizabeth Locomotive Society presented a three day Transport Extravaganza. With 20 steam engines, nearly 70 vintage cars, motor cycles and commercial vehicles it proved to be quite an extravaganza. Club members who supported the event were Eric Marshall with his 1927

Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 11587, " Danniel " ; Alan Porter with his 1908 Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 6544, " Little Wonder ", Dennis Priestner with his Aveling & Porter Roller, No. 11587, " Daniel " ; Alan Porter with his 1908 Fowler Roller, No. 16007 ; and Phil Priestner and Phil Robinson with their Foden Wagon, No. 13764. Long distance entrants included Fowler S.R.L., No. 15657, "The Iron Maiden ", owned by W. G. Hawkins and brought from Warlebridge in Cornwall ; A. G. Fry's Garrett, No. 31193, from Yeovil ; and 3. H. Sharman's 1906 Marshall Agricultural, No. 45872, from Bridgewater in Somerset. From Ludlow in Shropshire, well over 100 miles away, D. Webster steamed his Sentinel S4 Waggon, No. 8942, and joined up with Messrs. Brook, Hirst and Marsden's Sentinel S4 Waggon, No. 9075, and Tom Varley from Gisburn, who brought no less than three engines—his very rare Yorkshire, No. 940, his unique Fowler, No. 19708, and his immaculate Sentinel S4, No. 9003.

From Southport comes disturbing news about John Webster's 15 ton S.C.C. Burrell Roller, No. 2642, which will be out of action for some time as the firebox is to be replaced. Symptoms of impending trouble appeared on the return journey from Burtonwood Rally, when difficulty was had in maintaining a good fire and consequently a good head of steam. A close inspection of the firebox on returning to Jack Johnson's yard at Banks revealed a sad state of affairs with the rivets of two patches, one each side of the firebox, leaking severely, several crown stays broken and two distinct cracks in the

crown plate. The big 18 ton Aveling & Porter compound roller which has stood in Pip Atherton's farm at Bold, Widnes, for some years, has been bought by Mike Johnson of Thelwall, near Warrington. Not much is known about the roller, apart from the Reg. No.—BT8883. A great deal of time and effort will be needed before the roller can be steamed again, including replacement of all brass bearings (taken for scrap years ago). However, both the boiler and firebox are in fine shape. Finally a weekend date for your 1972 diary, July 8th and 9th, when the club will be holding their annual rally once again at Burtonwood Airfield, near Warrington

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SURREY First of all a correction to the last notes. The Burrell Road Locomotive, No. 3737, is a Single Crank Compound, not a "Single Cylinder Compound ". The same applies for Burrell, No. 2386 (page 194). The County of Surrey was treated to the sounds of five engines crossing it on the weekend of 21st/22nd August. These were moving from Liphook, up the A3 to Esher, and then to Syon Park for their next rally under their own steam. The overnight stop was spent on Ripley Common. The engines were Wallis & Steevens, No. 7962, 8 ton ' Advance' Road Roller, owned by T. Tilbury ; Babcock & Willcox, No. 95/4009, 6 ton S.C. Road Roller, Owned by I. Murray ; Babcock & Willcox, No. 95/4014, 10 ton Road Roller, owned by W. J. -Hedges ; Fowler, No. 11799, S.E. owned by W. G. Drum; and Ruston-Proctor, No. 36828, 7 ton S.C. owned

by P. Westgate. The run was completed without any trouble, apart from " low-cloud " at Hindhead on Saturday morning 1 Mr. Hardwick of Ewell has purchased the only surviving Wallis & Steevens Wagon—No. 7279 of 1912. This is an overtype' 5 ton wagon that was supplied to Pickfords. Restoration was begun by T. Redburn, the previous owner and is now being completed. Other engines in Mr. Hardwick's ownership include Tasker Tr., No. 1296 (Reg. No. BY160), " The Horses Friend " (1903) ; Tasker Tr., No. 1741 (Reg. No. H02040) (1917) ; Tasker R.R., No. 1333 (Reg. No. M05864) (1923). '1 his is the only chain drive roller that Taskers built. Three Foden Wagons, No. 5218 (Reg. No. M7287), "Owennie Willan ", 5 ton (1914); No. 6350 (Reg. No. M8681), "Dorset Rambler ", 5 ton (1916); and No. 13138 (Reg. No. AN9568), 6 ton (1928), ex T. T. Boughton. Now painted in Hardwick's colours—red, lined in black. Two sets of Ploughing Engines, Nos. 14197/8 Reg. Nos. EBI1981 /2) and 15202/3, Class B.B.1, ex T. T. Boughton. Also

a number of Aveling & Porter rollers in restored condition. E. J. North of Tilford the owner of Garrett Tractor, No. 33545—also has a S.C.C. Burrell Traction, No. 2921 of 1907 (Reg. No. N0440). This has been undergoing a thorough overhaul since 1968, which will be completed this winter. Another ' New' Burrell in the county is No. 3542, a tractor of 5 tons built in 1914. This is owned by Mr- A. Mills of Guildford, Mr. E. Summerways and Mr. Yendlc. The tractor Reg. No. A11173 made its first rally appearance at Liphook this year, after a twelve year overhaul and rebuilding that has brought it to its present ex-works condition. It was supplied new to a miller in Midhursl, sold to Elliots Timber Co. in 1921. They used it

until 1958 and it still carries their owner's plate.

Another engine to make its first appearance at a rally was A. Turk's Aveling & Porter Road Roller, No. 5156. This was also at Liphook and was shown in working order, but with the " bodywork " in an unrestored slate, It was steamed to the rally. No. 5156 was purchased by Andrew Turk from a Stoke-on-Trent firm of Iron Pipe Makers who used it till 1964 to

make good mining subsidence in their yard. Andrew purchased the roller just days before she was due to be cut up. Aveling & Porter 12 ton S.C. Roller, No. 7771 (Reg. No. PC9014), is now in Middlesex, at Teddington, in the ownership of Mr. D. Roberts. As yet it has not been restored, but it is soon to move into the West Country for this purpose, and will be kept in that area. New in 1912, it was sold to Surrey County Council in 1920. It stood in their yard at Milford during 1963/64. The Fowler Showman's Engine, No. 14424, " Goliath ", owned by A. Clarke of Braintree, was the only engine present at this year's Egham and Thorpe Show, at Runnymead, on August 28th. Early on Sunday morning, the engine was driven to the Syon Park Rally for the remainder of the Bank Holiday Weekend. Mr. Trice's Burrell Showman's Engine, No. 3118, made its first appearance

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since restoration at the recent Syon Rally. The canopy has been lettered as originally, with "Chas. Abbott & Sons—Amusements". Small things such as the bright polishing of hand wheels—will be completed during the winter. The engine is painted in crimson lake with yellow road wheels, all fully lined. Burrell Traction Engine, No. 2386 (Reg. No. H0396), owned by Mr. Giles of Woking, went to the Syon Rally under its own steam. We have heard from Mr. Britten of Fittleworth, Nr. Pulborough, Sussex, concerning the paragraph in the last " Steaming " which referred to his engines. He states : " The Foden is undergoing re-tubing and other repairs. The Wallis & Steevens is not being restored, being in quite good condition, although not in " show standard ". We apologise for any misleading information that may have been conveyed in our notes on these engines. THAMES VALLEY TRACTION ENGINE NOTES Recently another Showman's engine has arrived in the area. David Fowler of Pamber Green, near Basingstoke, has acquired Fowler, No. 15319 (Reg. No. FX7850), " Queen Mary ", from W. Michael Salmon. It needs a few jobs carrying out on it, it suffered from leaky tubes on its recent appearance at Syon Park. Arthur Hall of Binfield, having parted with his Fowler, has started restoration of a Wallis & Steevens General Purpose Traction Engine, No. 7227, of 1912. This engine was at Fairford for many years. It went to Swindon and was purchased by Mr. E. Gale of Binfield, together with No. 7103 in 1968. No. 7277 is a single cylinder, 2 speed engine and is basically sound with a good boiler and firebox, it should make an attractive engine when finished. Wallis expansion engines are quite common in this area, but single cylinder engines are rare. make quite frequent trips to Hayling Island and always pass through Havant and look in the Showroom of Marsh Plant to observe the progress of restoration on Burrell, No. 2894 (Reg. No. FK1463), an 8 n.h.p. engine which was built as a showman's engine for H. Strickland of Worcester and named " Pride of Worcester. It is well stripped down and looks rather odd as the cover has been removed from the flywheel, so exposing the spokes like an agricultural engine. It is being restored to a very high standard and should be well worth seeing when finished. R.M.W. N.T.E.C. SOCIAL MEETINGS London area meetings are held on the last Wednesday of each winter month, at The Cock Tavern, 27 Great Portland Street, W.1. Meet at 7 p.m., film or talk 8 p.m. Wednesday, 26th January—Narrow Gauge Railways. Wednesday, 23rd February—Bill Timmins Show. Wednesday, 29th March—Inland Waterways. Wednesday, 26th April—Members' slides.

FOR SALE.—CrOrripton. old type showman's dynamo. 110 volts D.C., 800 r.p.m.. 70 amps., 7 k.w. 1 1" pulley, overhauled in 1967 and worked until 1970 when replaced. v.g. condition. The following to suit Fowler A.9 : Flywheel, 4' 6" dia., 7" face, 3f" shaft bore, 6 Spokes ; Second shaft, 31" dia., 401" long ; Set of 4

iron wheel hub covers (2 back, 2 front).—Contact C. Glenn, 84 St. Marys Ave., Whitley Bay, Northumberland. Tel. Whitley Bay 22543. FOR SALE.—Tasker Sale Catalogues, £1 plus postage ; and Tractor Catalogues—P. A. Mathieson, Stanway, Cheltenham, Glos.

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ADVERTISEMENTS Members' advertisements are print ed here free, subject to acceptance Advertisements should preferably be typed and sent to the Editor. WANTED.—By Road Loco Society member, the following early issues of the Journal to complete sets for binding: Feb. 1958, June 1959, Feb. 1960, Dec. 1961 and Feb. 1962. Will purchase the above at your price or exchange with the following issues: Oct. 1963 to Dec. 1964 inclusive, and Oct. 1965, June 1965 and Feb. 1966. Particulars and offers to—Charles H. Dean, 24 Church Lane, Acklam, Middlesbrough, Teeside, TS5 7EG. WANTED.—Flanged blowdown cock for small Aveling. Three bolt fixing, diameter of bolt circle 21", diameter of flange 31". Also hinged top boards o Ransomes 5"4cavyhesing H- Trh fr drum.—A. J. Ross, 65 Attimore Road, Welwyn Garden City, Herts. I would like to contact the enthusiast, believed to be from Birmingham area, who in June-July, 1969, photographed Fowler Roller, No. 18507. on demolition work in the village of Lamplugh, near Cockermouth, Cumb. Please contact Grcatley, Dhustonc, Lamplugh, Workington, Cumberland. WANTED.—In clean condition, " Chronicles of a Country Works " by R. H. Clark, also " Steamings ", Vols. 1 and 2 in entirety, Vol. 3, No. 1, Vol. 4, Nos. 1, 3 & 4, Vol. 5, Nos. 1 & 2, Vol. 7, No. 3, Vol. 9, No. 4, Vol. 10, Nos. 2 & 4.—Details and price to F0643037, Sgt. Diprose, Sgts. Mess, R.A.F. Bruggen, B.F.P.O. 42. WANTED.—Any details of history of DG4P Tractor, No. 8413 (Reg. No. UY9878), when in ownership of Oldbury Gas Dept. as a DG6 Tipper, and also after conversion to a DG4P Tractor, date of sale to J. A. Webster, Liverpool, any photographs in these ownerships. Also one DG6 type 4 bolt loading nearside front spring hanger, Part SB1972A.—R. Nixon, 24 Georges Wood Road, Hatfield, Herts. WANTED.—For a 1927 Fowler 7 n.h.p. General Purpose Traction Engine, a right angle injector steam stop valve. With elliptical 2-bolt flange

and gun-metal conical washer.—T. T. K. Donaldson, 1 Stanley Avenue, Ardrossan, Ayrshire, Scotland. " LEEDS STEAM "—The story of the City's engine builders in words and over 80 glorious pictures, some in full colour. Leeds & District T.E.C. /" Evening Post " special publication. price 6p (2 X 3p stamps) per copy, post free.—From D. A. Rayner, "Invicta ", 17 Rutland Close, Woodlesford, Leeds, LS26 8LL. Postal Orders for over 3 copies, please. FOR SALE.—Garrett 4 ft. Thresher, No. 15832, new 1919. Stored in closed shed P'rice E75 —Reynolds, 85 Newnham Avenue, Bedford. Tel. 67912/3. FOR SATE.—Aveling, & Porter 10 ton S.C. Roller, No. 14029. Very good all round order. i650.—D. G. Keatley, Colne Fields, Somersham, Huntingdon. Tel. Somersham 455. WANTED.—The following " Steamings ": Vol. 10, Nos. 4, 2 & 1 ; Vol. 9, Nos. 4 & 1 ; Vol. 8, No. 1 ;' Vol. 6, No. 4 ; Vol. 5, Nos. 1 & 2 ; and any previous issues.—K. Brolhwell, 23a Bowes Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey. WANTED.—The whereabouts of the following : Allchin, 1546 (R.L.) ; Aveling, 12103 (R.R.) ; Barrows/ Stewart, 2420 (Port.) ; Burrell, 2051 (T.E.) ; Fowell, 98 (T.E.) ; Marshall, 25868 (Fort.) ; McLaren, 429 (T.E.) ; Sentinel, 8562 (Tar Sprayer) ; Wallis & Steevens, 7628 (T.E.) ; 7752 (Tr.) ; 7947 (R.R.) ; 7948 (R.R.).—K. Brothwell, 23a Bowes Road, Walton-onThames, Surrey. WANTED.—Drive chain, 2" pitch.— T. J. Varley, Todber Caravan Park, Gisburn, Nr. Clitheroe. Tel. Gisburn 322. WANTED.—Left hand engine lamp by Oldfield, "Dependence ". Any condition provided it is restorable.— Driscoll, 32 St. Charles' Road, Brentwood, Essex.

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FOR SALE.—One Sentinel ' S ' type front axle and wheels, complete, good condition. Quantity of Sentinel ' DG ' type spares including I pressure gauge, I screw on grease gun, chain joiners, etc. One instruction manual (illustrated) for Yorkshire type WG ' wagon. One polished brass chime whistle, I I" X 2i" X I" B.S.P. Offers whistle,

for the above items to—R. Parkinson, 8 Russell Terrace, St. Davids, Exeter, Devon. FOR SALE.—FODEN WAGON SPARES : 1 Pair of front cab stay rods complete ; 1 rear axle chain adjusting stay rod ; 1 Smoke-box door insignia plate in brass. AVELING & PORTER: Manhole cover sealing rings for boiler-2 off 11" X 81" X 1" wide ; 3 off 111" X 9" X 1" wide. GARRETT 4 C.D. TRACTOR: Hinged cover complete for crankshaft.—D. R. Smith, 67 Suffolk Rd., Maidenhead, Berks. Having difficulty finding someone to carry out your fitting problems ? Then I can help you with all your boiler servicing, valves overhauled, and pre-insurance preparation. I attend most Southern area rallies within 50 mile radius of London.— Phone Fred, 01-648 3172 after 6 p.m. Skilled fitter/N.T.E.C. Member. FOR SALE.—Four wheel full lock Trailer, 10' 6" X 6', all steel frame, new floor and crossmembers, sprung both axles, fitted 670 X 15 tyres, draw bar. Apply—J. Hardy & Son, 2 Wolsey Gardens, Sherburn In Elmet, Leeds. Tel. South Milford 2682. FOR SALE.-4 S.4 Sentinel Boiler Stay Tubes, £7 ; 1 Smoke-box Front Ring, 291" OD. with 23" opening, flanged with 41" radius, 1" plate, £10 ; 1 Manzel 11 pt. Lubricator, reconditioned, £2 ; 1 each, Wheel & Cylinder Boring, and Cylinder Block valve Chest planing machine. These are in first class order, retained when engineering, steam ploughing, threshing & haulage business closed down, 1940. Reasonable offer over £50. If procurable would cost £350. 1 Pressure Gauge 240 lbs. 7" dial, £2. 10 cwt. Weston Pulley Blocks, good, £2. Aveling Brass Horse, £5. 3 5 gallon drums Shell Cylinder Oil, £1.50 each. Buyer collects.—Albert E. Deans, 193 Weston Way, Baldock, Herts. Tel. Baldock 2239.

FOR SALE.-1935 Austin Heavy 124 Saloon. Mechanically good but body needs some attention. Has been in regular use by advertiser.—E. W. Allen, 12 Queen's Close, Old Windsor, Berks., SL4 2PP. Tel. Windsor 64535. FOR SALE.—Second hand tyres surplus to requirements— Four 9.00 X 24 ; Two 40 X 8, £3 each. Buyer collects.—R. P. Hickman, 9 Offa Dr., Kenilworth, Warks. FOR SALE.—Stearn Plow living van, original exterior, wheels, etc. Interior modernised and habitable. All in very good order.—Worth, Ellington, Huntingdon. Tel. Woolley 232. FOR SALE.-3 square keys (like hydrant key), two fitted with long handles ; Fowler lamp iron bracket for front roll forecarraige. To fit a 41" dia. (rear axle), keys and locking pins and gap washers and end locking parts ; flywheel gear sprocket for tar pump, 21" bore 51" dia. over teeth ; reel wheel locking pin, 11" long X 2" dia.; as new set of 8 fire bars, 24" long X 3" deep ; as new set of 9 fire bars, 291" long X 21" deep ; 6 traction engine wheel spuds.—M. T. Howard, 73 Croft Road, Swindon. NEW Booxs.—" A Century of Service " (Eddisons), £1.20. " Traction Engines & Steam Road Vehicles ", Beaumont, £2.35. " A Rally of Traction Engines ", Finch, £2.35. " The Age of the T.E.", Whitehead, £1.85. " Ploughing by Steam ", Haining & Tyler, £3.20. " Traction Engines in the North ", Joy, 60p. " Steam Up ", Beaumont, 30p. " T.E. Pictures ", 20p. " English Fairs ", 20p. " The Overtype Wagon ", Kelly, £4. " The Development of the English Steam Wagon ", Clark, £3.30. " Waterloo Ironworks " (Taskers), L. T. C. Rolt, £2.35. " I Worked with Traction Engines ", Hampshire, 48p. " Apprenticeship in Steam ", Hampshire, 62p. " The Heavy Gang " (Road Haulage), 90p. " Century of T.E.", " Garrets of Leiston ", Hughes. Whitehead, £2.20. " Saga of the Saetm Plough ", Bonnett, £2.20. " A Steam Happening " (Engines in West) 30p. " The Mechanicals " (famous engineers), L. T. C. Rolt, £1.60. " Painted Engines ", Russell, £2.40. " Fordson Tractor owners' Manual ", 50p.—All post paid from G. R. Hawthorne, 19 Bridle Path, Woodcote, Reading.

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