Show YOU MR I 1 MOTORIST j y editorial the fact that so many traffic accidents happen at intersections brings to light an unattractive though fairly prevalent human characteristic the urge to push ahead of tho the other fellow most of us have laughed at those classic comedians gaston and alphonse who stand eternally bowing and scraping before a doorway murmuring after you Allio alphonse iise I 1 no after you dear gaston I 1 nothing like that happens on the highway and it might be a healthy sign if it did sounds ridiculous perhaps but think about it a moment and it makes sense compare the daily scene at intersections when two motorists try to beat each other to the crossing or occupy a space where there is room for only one when they fail nobody laughs the result is death injury property destruction and tragedy safety authorities emphasize that discourtesy and disregard for the rights of others are leading causes of highway accidents that is not a very admirable state of affairs the best cure for it is law enforcement explicit rules for precedence and right of way have been formulated by traffic specialists it remains for drivers to learn them thoroughly and observe them meticulously those who wont must be made to it is is worth noting too that the first commandment of these safety rules is based on simple courtesy when in doubt yield the right of way driving conditions are becoming increasingly hectic every year that makes courtesy on the highway even more of a must than it is at home literally a matter of life and death no motorist is even slightly ridiculous when he says after you mr motorist I 1 want to live |