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CONTACT: Spring 1964

 

Since its inception the Motoring Club has progressed most satisfactorily. However, not all the members are taking advantage of the Insurance Scheme which is designed to help the car/motor cycle or scooter owner to pay for any minor damage to his/her vehicle without claiming on his/her own insurance policy and thereby losing the no-claim bonus.

 

The Ordinary membership entitles members to discount on various motor accessories.

 

Further details of both schemes can be obtained from the following Committee members:

Messrs B P Hayward; J W Smith; J G Eyre; N R Barnsley; K Haslam.

 

It is hoped that the Club will be able to arrange tours of car factories, a treasure hunt and lectures on car maintenance.

 

Any member of the Staff wishing to join the Club please contact me at Sutton Coldfield Branch.

 

J G Eyre

 

 

CONTACT: Summer 1964

 

The newly formed Motor Club is organising the Treasure Hunt this year. The date has now been fixed for Saturday, 17th July. As many members as possible are asked to join them on this pleasant and exciting afternoon out. An early finish will be arranged in order that family men may also take part and bring the kids along.

 

 

CONTACT: Autumn 1964

 

The Motoring Club's first year of operations is drawing to a close: it is hoped that Club Members have derived some benefit from their membership.

 

The Treasure Hunt was well supported and enjoyed by the participants, although the finish was marred by a thunderstorm that seemed to last for hours.

 

At the moment four claims have been received against the insurance fund, and payment in whole or part, depending on the decision of the Committee, will be made in due course.

 

It is hoped that during the winter season a film  show and lectures on maintenance and driving will be arranged.

 

The date of the Annual General Meeting will be arranged in the near future.

 

J. G. E.

 

 

CONTACT: Spring 1965

 

Commencing its second year of existence the Motoring Club is continuing to increase its membership, both Ordinary and Insurance Fund.

 

The discount scheme is still operating satisfactorily and members are assured of prompt attention when making purchases.

 

The Insurance Fund is running satisfactorily and it is hoped that as some members benefit, the advantages of the scheme will become apparent to an increasing number of members.

 

Anyone wishing to join the Club please contact me at Shard End Branch.

 

Spring/Summer Programme

 

March 9th

Illustrated Talk (Rover Co Ltd)

 

April 29th

Tour of Dunlop

(Limited number of tickets. 30 only)

 

May

Treasure Hunt

Dates and details

to be

Announced

July

Treasure Hunt

October

Treasure Hunt

 

J G Eyre

 

 

CONTACT: Autumn 1965

 

As the Motoring Club nears the end of its second year in existence with membership rising - and hopes of the Committee for an accident free year for the Insurance Scheme - the details for the Winter Programme are in hand and will be notified as soon as the final arrangements have been made.

 

The Treasure Hunt arranged by Mr Clemons was an unqualified success, everyone finally reaching their destination. Another Treasure Hunt is being arranged for October, details to be announced shortly.

 

The discount scheme available to all members is still working satisfactorily to the benefit of all concerned, giving a saving on items of up to 33.1/3rd %.

 

J.G.E.

 

 

CONTACT: Summer 1966

 

The membership of the club continues to increase and a welcome awaits any car or motor cycle owners on the Staff, not yet members. The discount scheme available at National Tyre Service is still operating effectively, with oil at cheap rates now available to members.

 

It is hoped that Treasure Hunts will be held in August and September or October, details to be announced later.

 

J. G. E.

 

 

CONTACT: Spring 1967

 

The membership of the Motoring Club continues to increase, and it is hoped that the facilities offered to members will be improved. At the moment there are three motor accessory firms offering various discounts in tyres, batteries and spare parts, including, in one case, engines.

 

It is hoped that the Club will be able to supply, on loan to members, large scale maps for specific areas for use on holiday. Application will have to be made to the Secretary. Details will be circularised before the start of the Annual Holidays.

 

The Insurance Cover Scheme is assisting members when they do not claim against their own Car Insurance Company for small amounts, thereby saving loss of No-Claim Bonus. The cost is well worth the cover £1. 5. -d in the first year and, if no claim is made, £1 per annum thereafter, where the No-Claim Bonus applies.

 

Details of the benefits available to members can be obtained from any member of the Motoring Club Committee.

 

J.G.E.

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