Humor Collection (page 5)

The Picnic Saloon / W H Robinson
Its quite easy to adapt any modern car to the purpose of picnickery if the front seats are temporarily replaced by piano stalls and a simple bench for two persons are fixed to the spare wheel

Right of way / W H Robinson
Four motorists share a mutual doubt as to who has right of way at a crossroads. The solution can be found by drawing lots from a hat, preferably a policemans helmet

Modesty bathing car / W H Robinson
Ideal for those who hold no illusions about their physique, and are reluctant to display it in a bathing suit. Incorporating a collapsible canvas tunnel attached to the back of the car down which

Folding car / W H Robinson
The Collapso folding car, to house your car overnight in the oddest of places such as sheds and wardrobes. Of course, when involved in a head on collision

Love at first sight / W H Robinson
The motorists natural reaction, on being struck by cupids dart, is to wrench convulsively at the wheel, and run into something

The hat bulge / W H Robinson
A special car conversion for those who like to wear head accessories when driving. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

Fast reversing / W H Robinson
For reversing quickly, a car with two fronts and a steering wheel at both ends. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

On The Right Line
How the inventor of the Charleston first received his inspiration for the peculiar rhythm of its intriguing movement. illustration by William Heath Robinson

I passed by your window
The Modesty Blind, which will be welcomed for dealing with delicate situations at the seaside Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary

Bound To Draw
Another well thought out experiment in self dentistry. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans

Filling with water / W H Robinson
Filling up ones car with water without stopping by means of a portable water resovoir, pipework and a lever for the driver

Car cross section 3 / W H Robinson
Sectional view of a car, showing the Efficacy of the auxiliary flat iron brakes. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

Greasing the car / W H Robinson
All points of the car can be greased in one movement with the use of this ingenious device...and a little help from some heavy friends

Turning left / W H Robinson
An old motorist gets a hand from a policeman to help him turn left, to the pub. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

Thoughtful motorists / W H Robinson
A thoughtful pair of motorists leave a freshly brewed pot of tea upon a police keep left sign, much to the delight of the policeman

Internal comfort / W H Robinson
Sprung seats, foot rest, and a drinks tray all help to comfort the motorist and passenger. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

Wayside Shave / W H Robinson
Making good use of the wing mirror for shaving. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Testing cars width / W H Robinson
Testing a new car for width of garage door, with the aid of two posts and a bell attached to a piece of string. Please note

Etiquette, hat tipping / W H Robinson
Many drivers are opposed to hat raising while driving as it involves removing a hand from the wheel. This difficulty can be overcome by cutting a small trapdoor in the roof of the car through which

Road courtesy / W H Robinson
A female driver leans from her car window and kisses the hand of the traffic policeman, much to his surprise. Please note

The Expandocar / W H Robinson
Built on th opera hat principle, the Expandocar can expand and contract (with the movement of a lever) depending on how many people need to be conveyed

Portable petrol pump / W H Robinson
Avoid sudden stoppages with the portable petrol pump. Affixed to the side of the car this handy accessory can be painted to resemble a golfing bag

Road sense / W H Robinson
A motorist needs to keep his eyes open for obstacles that may be in his way. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Cleaning the car / W H Robinson
Cleaning the car, Heath Robinson style. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Car cross section 2 / W H Robinson
Cross section through Mr Heath Robinsons 2 cylinder, four seater saloon showing such engineering as a candle to heat the petrol

Teaching hand signaling / W H Robinson
Teaching the meaning of hand signals made by the car in front. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Road signs / W H Robinson
A series of humorous road signs, to help and warn the motorist, Heath Robinson style. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

Preserving Tyres / W H Robinson
An automatic dust pan and brush attached to the front of a car for the preservation of expensive tyres. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

A convenient garage / W H Robinson
A convenient garage is hoisted down from a roadside position. When not in use it can be hoisted back up again, lending a pleasant touch of bizarrerie to the landscape

The Motorists companion / W H Robinson
The Motorists companion: a Swiss army knife of usefulness, including small hammer for tapping a bent crankshaft into shape, and a cigarette holder

Learning about traffic lights / W H Robinson
A comfortable way of learning about traffic lights. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Flat Tyre / W H Robinson
When a flat occurs, simply lower the fifth wheel - merely a solid tyred castor at the end of a hinged lever. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

Car controls / W H Robinson
A salesman explains the controls to a potential purchaser. This model has the luxury of a cigarette cabinet and an alarm clock

Car cross section 4 / W H Robinson
Cross section showing a system of constant lubrication of the back axle, linked to the suspension - in true Heath Robinson style

Car trouble / W H Robinson
The cause of all the trouble: The mouse in the Magneto. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library Date: 1939

Arm signaling / W H Robinson
This particular arm signal indicates that the driver will be slowing down or stopping...if only for a better look at a passing attractive woman

Zip bonnet / W H Robinson
The new zip opening bonnet for fast and easy access to the engine. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Wagner / Humor Blatter
RICHARD WAGNER German composer, in a parody of the bombardment of Alexandria: the bombardment of Bayreuth is about to begin, with a performance of Parsifal

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