During my New England visit last month, I noticed that Interstate 93 is now marked off in tenths of a mile. Of course, this makes locating vehicles and people easier since it is easier to reach a distance marker, e.g., "I'm at 24.8 miles northbound." So, more markers are a good idea, sure. But, if WOMBAT is supposed to be the predominant system of measurement in the U.S., then why not flaunt it? Why not mark off miles in fathoms, rods, or furlongs? Hey, furlongs would make sense on that part of I-93 that goes by the Rockingham Race Track in Salem, New Hampshire (grin).
Paul Trusten, R.Ph. Public Relations Director U.S. Metric Association, Inc. www.metric.org 3609 Caldera Blvd. Apt. 122 Midland TX 79707-2872 US +1(432)528-7724 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
