CTC Gazette, Vol 1906, No 6
Articles in this issue
- p. 2
The editor reports that the membership ballot on broadening the Club's constitution returned an overwhelming five-and-a-half to one majority in favour of admitting all tourists, with over 10,000 effective votes cast.
- p. 2
Discussion of a Chancery Court ruling that a tied-house licensee cannot be compelled to push alcoholic drink sales over other refreshments, which the editor sees as useful precedent for cyclists seeking non-alcoholic refreshment at inns.
- The Liability of Tramway Companies
An examination of the legal question of whether cyclists injured by side-slipping on lubricated or worn tramway rails can successfully sue the operating companies, reviewing previous failed cases and identifying a stronger argument around rail groove widening.
- A Hard But Just Case
A report of a Midlands county court case in which a cyclist failed to win compensation after being struck by a driver's whip, because he had not rung his bell before overtaking; the editor uses it as a reminder of cyclists' statutory obligations.
- p. 29
Member-contributed road notes and recommendations covering routes in Britain and abroad, with practical tips on road conditions and places to stay.
- p. 1
A detailed touring narrative of a cycling journey through the eastern French provinces, with descriptions of roads, landscapes, historic towns, and border crossings.
- p. 1
A tour account following river valleys and international borders by bicycle, with notes on terrain, customs formalities, and the scenic rewards of the route.
- p. 1
A lighter touring piece recounting the comic and practical challenges of a cycling holiday, blending road narrative with observations on inns, weather, and fellow travellers.
- p. 15
The regular technical column covering scientific aspects of cycling equipment and materials, with notes relevant to the touring cyclist.
- p. 1
News on motor-cycling developments, including legislative updates and notes on the CTC's efforts to represent motor-cyclists' interests alongside those of pedal cyclists.
- p. 26
News and notes from the Club's camping wing, covering forthcoming camp meetings, equipment advice, and the growing popularity of cycle camping among CTC members.
- p. 35
Reports and announcements from regional CTC branches, covering meetings, rides, and local club news from across Britain.