"Martin Rowley" wrote in message
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http://booty.org.uk/booty.weather/me...A_02_small.jpg

... well, I thought you might all like something to take your minds off
the arguments about when the seasons start, who predicted the blocking
high etc., etc!

Just think of a suitable 'burble', or alternatively, a caption.

The picture dates from the 1930s - the instrument, for those that don't
recognize it ...... no, I won't say - wonder how many know ;-)

sweet dreams ... oh yes, no prize I'm afraid - the 'credit crunch' you
know

"Let's sell it on e-bay ... we'll be able to Dine out for the rest of the
year."

pe