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PAGE TWELVE THE DAILY TIMES-GAZETTE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 1949 New English Car Models. Presented Toronto, Jan, 12--Three outstand- | ingly new cars, the Hillman Minx Magnificent, the Sunbeam-Talbot and the Humber Hawk and a com- mercial vehicle, the Commer Ex- press Delivery, world famous pro- ducts built and merchandised by the Rootes Group, of London, made their formal bow in Canada today at a special press preview in To- ronto. dh Ultra modern styling combined with, the most advanced British motor car mechanical features char- acterize these four imports, which are to be sold and serviced through- out the Dominion via a network of dealers and service stations already developing rapidly. ' The Hillman Minx is an entirely new car. In addition to new ex- terior styling its many features in- clude a wider body with full-width . front seat, independent front wheel suspension, opticurve windshield and rear window, body and chassis as pne unit--the latest technical development, A 4-cylinder, high-per- formance sedan, it also features a bop speed of 70 miles per hour and #8 gasoline mileage up to 35 miles per gallon, The Sunbeam-Talbot features streamstyling, luxurious appoint- ments, quality construction, and the famous overhead-valve engine of the most modern design. This new automobile is the same Sunbeam- Talbot which recently won coveted awards at the International Alpine Trails--the most strenuous road race in the world. The new post-war Humber Hawk represents a new standard in qual- ity cars of medium horsepower. Ex- ceptionally roomy and comfortable, dignified and balanced in appear- ance, and possessing lively perform- ance, it is the embodiment of the most modern British styling and engineering. Although representing great advancements, the new Hum- ber Hawk retains and accentuates all that was best in the earlier model, famous in 119 countries. Sir William Rootes, chairman of the group, who was host at yester- day's showing assured the press that parts and seryice "will be ab- solutely no problem toe owners of these four new vehicles." "Wholesale headquarters are al- ready located in Montreal and To- ronto and about to open in Van- souver," he further stated. Canadlan dealers from coast to coast are meeting in Toronto today (January 12) to confer with English factory technicians, arrange for de- livery of cars, and formulate their 1949 sales and advertising plans. A Ghost Comes West Star of the show, according to the newsmen present, was the '"'ghost" Minx. With its entire body and engine clothed in a transparent plastic to reveal all inner construc- tion and mechanism, it proved as genuine as anything, ghostly or material, can be. Seen in Canada for the first time, it was built at a cost reputed to be in the neigh- borhood of $25,000.00 expressly to show the Canadian public the qual- ity of workmanship built into the new 1940 Hillman Minx by the Rootes Group. "It was completely fabricated," claimed Sir Willlam, "by apprentice engineers in their training to learn the art of quality craftsmanship." Sees Little Competition Little if any direct competition between these British cars and the average Canadian automobile is foreseen by Sir William. "Our cars are smaller than yours," he said, "and will appeal, I believe, to a large field of motorists in this great Dominion; those living in the country as well as in congested areas where parking is a problem." Rootes Motors Limited, Canadian concessionaire for the British firm, is located at 170 Bay Street, To- ronto, Ontario. U.K. Forces Stand Guard By JAMES MCCOOK Canadian Press Staff Writer London, Jan. 12--(CP)--Tralfic along the vital Mediterranean-Suez trade route flows uninterrupted des- pite the troubled situation in me Middle East and British policy to sce that it continues to do so. Official sources said there seems to be no immediate danger to the Egyptian canal zone from which flew the five RAF. fighters shot down Friday by the Israelis. Mer- chant vessels continue their peace- ful journeys without interference. Nevertheless Australia, New Zea- land and countries of the South- east Pacific are interested in steps to guarantee the safety of the can- al, their main shipping link with the United Kingdom. British troops and airmen stand guard on Egyptian soil by virtue of the 1936 Anglo-Egyptian treaty. They are part of the British de- fence system that stretches from Gibralter down through the Red Sea via Malta, Cyprus and Egypt. "We have nothing to indicate Israel or anyone else has considered ivasion of Eguptian territory to the extent that international shipping would be endangered in the canal zone," a spokesman said. As a precaution, however, 300 commandos have sailed from Malta to the canal, two destroyers, two frigates and a submarine are standing by at Cyprus and an air- craft carrier, a cruiser and a des- troyer have been recalled to Malta from a cruise. There is speculation that jet fighters, faster than any- thing the Israelis have yet shown, may reinforce R.A.F. Spitfires and Tempests in Egypt. A smallBritish task force has been sent to Trans-Jordan at the Red Sea port of Aqaba under treaty arrangements with this state. The securily of the Mediterran- ean route is a basic factor in Bri- tish defence policy. In October Commonwealth prime ministers meeting in London were told de- fence adjustments have been made to te for the withdrawal of British forces from Palestine The New Hillman Minx For 1949 The new 1949 Hillman Minx, which made its Canadian debut this week, is radically new in appearance and mechanical features. In addition to ultra modern streamlining and a wider body with full-width front seat, it features independent front wheel suspension for smoother riding, opticurve windshield and rear window for extra vision, welded rame and chassis for greater safety, no draft ventilators and built-in air-conditioning unit for still more comfort: for action. Commands Mediterranean Fleet Kick. co ai = REAR ADMIRAL EARL MOUNTBATTEN who ¢ommands the British Mediterranean fleet in "a state of readiness" It includes several aircraft carriers, a cruiser squadron, two flotillas of destroyers, frigates and submarines, ' * ® ed - oe a 2 ae Cobourg Weekly 118 Years Old THE COBOURG STAR, AND NEWCASTLE GENERAL ADVERTISER. Publication of the Cobourg Star, now the Sentinel-Star, began 118 years The first edition (left) was printed in quarto format, and the leading article was a discussion of aerial navigation. --Globe and Mail Photo. Call For Mosley As P.M. Speaks London, Jan. 12--(Reuters) -- Shouts of "we want Mosley" gr et- ed Prime Minister Attlee Tuesday night when he made ° his first speech in the east London con- stituency of West Walthamstow which he will contest at the next election. Towarg the end of the meeting there wZs a scuffle in the hall and the chairman shouted: "There are a few Fascists here. Wp have had a war to stop your kind." Sir Oswald Mosley, again active poli tically, was pre-war British Fas- cist leader. Two of Attlee's supporting spea- kers, Arthur Bromley, Secretary of when the mandate ended last year "The disposition of forces has been changed since we left Pales- tine but a chain of defences re- mains," a source said. Overseas Trade, and Mrs. Leah Manning, at times could not be heard because of the uproar. Attlee, who will lose his present constituency of Limehouse under a redistribution of seats, attacked Communist tactics. "While we want co-operation, we are met with abuse and attacks all the time from the Communist parties everywhere," he said. REVERSE DECISION Berlin, Jan. 12.--(AP)--Harnack House, largest American club in Berlin, Tuesday voted to admit sold- iers. The membership revised a previous decision limiting member- ship to officers and civilians and ex- cluding other ranks. The decision had brought charges of discrimina- on. THREE YANKS DIE Frankfurt, Jan. 12--(AP)--Three American fliers were killed early tday in the crash of an alr-lift plane on' its way back from a food flight to Britain. The plane, a C-54 Sky aster, fell about two miles east of Frankfur's Rhein-Main airport. Ontario Spotli Toronto, Jan. 12--(CP)--In face of opposition from two Commun- ist trustees, Board of 'Education Tuesday decided to place Igor Gou- »2nko's book, "This Is My Choice," in Toronto secondary schools. Gou- zenko is the former Russian em- bassy cipher clerk who exposed Russian espionage in Canada. SE BE BR J Toronto, Jan. 12--(CP) --A total of 309 cases of chicken pox was reported in the city Tuesday, ctrmpared with 89 at the same time last year. Dr. Gordon Jackson, medical offi- cer for Toronto, said the sick- ness was "seasonal." LE BR J Trenton, Jan. 12--(CP)--Search for a plane believed to have crashed near Sharon Lake Mon- day night failed to produce any wreckage or clue, Royal Canadian Air Force officials announced Tuesday night. A truck driver is reported to have told officials he saw a ball of fire streak through the air in front of him and dis appear into the woods. * bd Collingwood, Jan. 12--(CP) --Dr. John H. Irwin, 79-year- old former president of the Ontario Dental Association, died here Tuesday night after a long illness. Born in Mul- mer Township, Dr. Irwin retir- ed from active practise six years ago, Surviving are two sons, two sisters and folly brothers. ¢ * +» Toronto, Jan. 12--(CP)--Propos- {| als to use either Chorley Park Military Hospital or Christie Street Military Hospital as emergency housing units will be investigated, the Civic Welfare Committee de cided Tuesday. Both institutions are expected to be turned over to the city in a few months, ok | Sudbury, Jan. 12--(CP)-=Ro- bert J. Roney, 92, of Pembroke, who retired 20 years ago after 20 years' service as County Clerk of the County of Ren frew, died in hospital here to- day. He had. been living with a daughter, Mrs. M. L." Gan- non. Three other daughters and two sons survive. SUPPORT ARTIST New York, Jan. 12--(CP)--Three artists testified Tuesday in support of a fellow artist seeking $150,000 damages because a church destroy- ed a mural purchased from him. Painter Alfred D. Crimi has asked a judgment of $150,000 from the Rutgers Presbyterian Church in Manhattan because a mural he did for the church was painted over. He had received $6,800 for the painting. Official . referee Charles Lockwood reserved his decision when the trial was concluded Tuesday. NO KISSES FOR COUGHERS Famous Formula Brings Quick 3-Way Relief Go after offensive minor coughs due to colds or smoking, at the first scratchy "tickle". Get Smith Brothers famous Black Cough Drops to bring quick, long-lasting relief three important ways: 1. 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