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l/TiGHT] SIDE-WINDS. THE thick fog which settled on London on Saturday last rather upset the calculations of many who had anticipated having a good time at the Annual Works Christmas Dinner of Handley Page, Ltd., which took place at the Holborn Restaurant. As a matter of fact, Mr. Handley Page himself was a victim, but arrived only a quarter of an hour late, and relieved Mr. Theodore Page, who had meantime most ably deputised in the Chair. Among the 250 to 300 employees and their friends who were present, there was a goodly muster of the women workers, and Mr. Handley Page, in his reply to the toast of " Success to the old Firm," proposed by Mr. H. Whitmee, emphasised the splendid work which the women were doing by way of helping to win the war. He also mentioned that, although the firm's machines had secured several world's records in the way of passenger-carrying, &c, they were by no means content with their achievements, and had even better things up their sleeve. Speeches were com- mendably few, but an excellent musical entertainment had been arranged, and fortunately only two artistes were reported missing. IN one way the fog was a friend to those who went to the dance of the Wells Aviation Swimming Club at the Chelsea Town Hall on Saturday, fpr if every one who intended to had turned up, there would'have been no room for dancing. Although it was only started this year, the Club—thanks to the generous support of the firm and the enthusiastic work of the Swimming Captain, Mr. Guy W. Davis, and the Hon. Secretary, Mr. Frank Blakey—has had a most successful season, and Mr. Wells, the President, was confronted by a fine array of prizes to distribute. Among them was a fine challenge shield, presented by the firm, for an inter-depart mental competition, and this year the Staff hold it. The Club has a promising ladies' section, but all the contests arranged for the past season fell through for lack of supports As the section includes a Chelsea champion, however, it is hoped that at the next annual dance the fair sex will be numbered among the prize-winners. There were many striking and effective costumes at the dance, but, strangely enough, aviation had not inspired any of them, with the possible exception of the lady who took the first prize for " Shavings," and who had cleverly utilised the waste of the rib shop for decorative purposes. The judges for the fancy dresses were Mr. Wells, Mr. Doyle Jones and Mr. Walter Jones. Unfortunately Mr. Wheatley, the new works manager, was unable to be present. WOOD screens are quite useful in their way, but they are not much good if it's wood-screws, whether they be brass or iron, you want. So it should be noted that it was wood- screws, both brass and iron, which Messrs. Whiteman and Moss, Ltd., of 15, Bateman Street, Dean Street, W., were offering last week in their advertisement. The screen part of the wording was only the compositor's version of the goods available for constructors. A BURBERRY waterproof garment is a thing to be desired, and many, whose only opportunity to achieve their ambition irfithis direction is at the Burberry half-price sale, will be relieved to hear that this annual event will be held as usual. It opens on January 1st at their showrooms in the Hay- market. By copious dilution of their several staffs with female substitutes and vigorous recruitment of skilled men, too old or otherwise exempt from military service, Messrs. Burberry have been able to carry on, and to offer at the coming sale a great array of very attractive bargains in water proof topcoats, gowns, hats and suits. The quality of Burberry cloths and garments is testified to by their earned reputation, but it is obvious that if, in wearing and protective properties, they can emerge successfully, as they have, from the strenuous test of 30 months' war in all climates, they are more than efficient enough for the ordinary experiences of •every-day open-air life in this country, severe as that maybe. In addition to weatherproof overcoats of Burberry's many ex clusive designs and materials, there are a large number of gowns and completed suits, models which are still the height of fashion and likely to remain so. These are available in exhaustive varieties of texture, weight, colour and patterns, which are uniformly beautiful and artistic. A limited number of military service jackets, slacks, breeches and short-warms are also included in the sale. Much of the DECEMBER 21, 1916. stock is to be sold at one-half—and in some cases at less than one-half—current prices, and other portions are marked down to the very lowest figures that the cost of production justifies. A post-card to Burberry's, Haymarket, London, S.W., asking for sale list, will receive immediate attention, and an early visit of inspection is cordially invited. THE Rotax Motor Co. advise us that Mr. C. Benson, lately Works Manager of the Arrol-Johnston Co., has left that firm and has joined up as Works Manager of the Rotax Co., from December 1st. The increasing scope of the important work being undertaken by the Rotax Co. is the reason for this change. Mr. Benstead, until lately Works Manager of the Rotax Co., will devote himself entirely to the electrical side of the business. THE Rotax Co. are fortunate in being able to obtain the services of Mr. Benson, whose workshop experience is a very extensive one, for he has put in terms with large engineering firms both in the States and in Germany, in addition to his extensive experience in this country, which comprises such firms as Messrs. A. Herbert, Ltd., David Brown and Sons, Humber, Ltd., in addition to the Arrol-Johnston-Co. IN accordance With the official announcement made by the Ministry of Munitions regarding the Christmas holidays, the offices and works of Messrs. C. A. Vandervell and Co., Ltd., of Warple Way, Acton Vale, W., will be closed from Friday evening, December 22nd, until Thursday morning, December s8th. The above is subject to any change which the Ministry of Munitions may announce. If X S FROM THE BRITISH FLYING GROUNDS. Grahame-Whlte School, Hendon. STRAIGHTS with Instructors last week: Messrs. Child, Pear- man, Scudamore and Shaver. Circuits with Instructors : Mr. Fielding. Circuits alone : Messrs. Balden, Coltman, Flynn, Green, Nightingale. Robertson, Shaw and Travers. In structors': Messrs. Winter, Pashley, Biard, Hale, Fitzsimons and Meering. J$J ttt SSJ NEW COMPANIES REGISTERED. AIR PUBLISHING CO., LTD.—Capital ^3,000, in £1 shares (2,500 participating preferred). Newspaper pro prietors and general publishers under agreement with Hilaire Belloc and Nevile Foster. First directors : Hilaire Belloc and Nevile Foster. ANTI-GLAZE GLASS CO., LTD.—Capital ^IOO, in £1 shares. Opticians, manufacturers of eye-glasses, telescopes, glasses for anti-aircraft work, &c, and for use in factories, which entail great heat and glare, &c. F. M. Wingate, permanent director. If you require anything pertaining to aviation, study " FLIGHT'S " Buyers' Guide and Trade Directory, which appears in our advertisement pages each week. FLIGHT. 44, ST. MARTIN'S LANE, LONDON, W.C. Telegraphic address : Truditur, London. Telephone: 1828 Gerrard. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. 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