(Produced by Graham Mackie).

The author, GLM was the host for 1165 and it was a delight to get two points for driving his car to the meeting without moving an inch. Colin D. please note.

He above turned on a beautiful night with a three quarter moon, very gentle breeze, citronella to aromatise  and pacify the mozzies . Domino's pizzas parachuted in, party pies and peanuts in the parlour to finish the evening.

Only a few regulars were missing and Lou Symes honoured the author with his attendance  - a very big welcome was extended as tried to slide by (with great difficulty) unnoticed. Pres JB had a top right hand man in PP Col B. as acting Secretary, in the absence of Chris B.

Apologies.   Others I heard were Phil W., Ed F., Ivan M.,Tony C., Barry P., Graham R., Patrick R., David R., Mike B., Ed F., Graham A.

Visitor was Peter Borham who has acquired a TC, previously owned by Rick Mahoney. The car had been up on blocks in a shed since 1974.  (amazingly  it still happens). Rick said that the owner insisted that   he take all the 'other bits'. (how lucky can you get??!!) Rick is now looking for some advice re restoration and it was suggested by President JB that he speak to everyone for suggestions and then make up his own mind what is right.  Rick  was given a warm welcome and will look us over in the following month or so.

Car Birthdays for the period 20^th March to 2^nd April were

23^rd March YT 2618           Ron H.

25^th March TC 2446            Harry & Deidre P.

Minutes of 1164 were read and accepted

Matters Arising were

Classic Car Show was attended by Ted S. - comment was they were more modern than old.

Kevin Wakeford brought his car to Col B.  and Col was convinced that it had once been his car (was the tacho was stuck on 8000rpm someone asked) and also Bill Jenkinson's – it was. Concessionally licenced Monday – now to fit Historic plates or similar.

Old Fart's lunch. Next will be at Zamia's in King's Park on Monday 7^th April 12noon for 12.30pm

Wally B. Will be our host – numbers taken – possibly 20.

Brooklands Steering Wheel. John L. showed the smaller diameter wheel from Kimble's in the UK @ 150 pounds each and asked an indication of interest. Needs three to make it worth a 10% discount. Some despicable wag (Ron) suggested only fat members need  apply!!! That counts a few out. You get the rim and spokes only. Mmight drive you nuts fitting if the spokes get caught in your fly.

Patrick R. driving in his Twin Cam to Tamworth.

TC for sale in South Australian Magazine $14K. Ralph has bought the sump already.

Two TC's on e Bay in the USA  - currently @ US$3500 and only days to go.

Brookton Old Time Motor Show 29th & 30th March are celebrating 100 years of Model T Ford.   $11 entry fee gets you a lunch as well.   Can stay in the camping ground says JB.  $3 for a shower. Royal Australian Navy Band playing till late. Highly recommended by Pres. JB . Lots of interest  registered.

Special Business

Film History.  Pres. JB indicated that before departing, Mike S. put lots of our early films on DVD and JB proposes to do the rest but asked if anyone knew of someone in the business. This was discussed at length. Graham M. said Mike had his own copy of  the 'MG's Down Under' video but was unaware if it was being taken with him.

The Club History Book. Wally said that Barry Palmer was crunching thru the 70's and is also taking on the 80's,  plus other contributions and hopes to run a storyline thru that decade. Wally asked Richard P. if he could do the 80's, but Rich said he had already done the 93-95 era and could only do so if someone paid him to retire.  Barry is doing solid work and progress is occurring. Spoke to Chris B. - the minutes have been typed by Chris's wife so at least now easily readable. (no offence Chris)

Website. Nevile G.  advised of problems with getting photos on the website . Speaking to his contacts

Peter Compton's TC is still for sale

Club Calendar. Graham A. to be asked if able to get it moving early. Neville G. will sort the other calendar of events and pass on to Graham A.  Many thanks to both.  Some discussion about offers to host meetings.  Patrick F. willing if we can trip to Mandurah – all agreed.  To speed things up, it was decided to just put events and meeting dates on photo Calendar.

Life's a T Type. Graham M. showed a prototype on bikes and offered to prepare it. No interest displayed.

Y Type Run. Ron M. spoke on the run proposed for 20th April -  all invited.

Yacht Cruise, -  FrIday 28th March.  Wally B, provided details of the offer by Ernie Little to host  a cruise for twelve members to Rottnest. Three already booked.  BYO food and drinks. Free event and lots of opportunity for a nostalgia trip with Ernie. - usually $50/person. French Farr design yacht.

Luvax shockie. John L. showed one he had acquired  off a Riley and is looking for another. Kevin McM asked if it 'ran on smoke'. JB called it a 'shocker of a shockie'

Trophy Night 2008 . Col D.  is into negotiations with RPYC

Last Chance Motokhana  coming soon.

Polo shirts order . See Mary Ann if interested.

Marg Baker's father was a TC owner. Harry was an early aviator in WA. Not sure what this was about

nb. If anyone lost a rubber grommet/seal  - about 30mm diameter from under their car whilst scraping over the kerb last night, I have it,

Next Meeting (1166) - 3^rd April will be at

the Nev's ,  in Marmion.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

The Wonder of Words

They can inspire, educate and entertain you. They can make you feel happy, sad, angry or glad. They can give you faith, hope and wisdom. They can make you fall in love or break your heart. They can praise you or degrade you. They can start wars but they can create peace. What are they? Words -  the most powerful weapon.

More Words

Archaeologist - a career in ruins

Barbarian - he cuts your hair

Caravans are a drag

Corrugated iron is really groovy

Detest. West India playing India

Electrician - a switch doctor

Fertilisers - a growth industry

Gallery - a young women’s hostel