Re: [hw-rules] Re: imperial

Wulf Corbett:

>I derive some humble amusement that the old colonies still use a
>measurement system derived from the body parts of long-dead
>monarchs...:)

Whereas the UK still has its road signs in miles and yards? Wales has something else again if only to stop the Plaid Cymru throwing stones at the signs.

Which makes the recent decision to prosecute someone for selling groceries in pounds and ounces more surprising.

--Peter Metcalfe             Received on Fri 19 Jan 2001 - 14:57:17 EET