This is one of those pieces of "urban folklore" that are propagated by the office copier. Imagine a very official looking letter. (Probably originated with a Purdue fan.) ------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------- | Imagine the Indiana | | state seal, a buffalo | | running across the | | plains while a farmer | | chops down a tree | ------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION MOTOR VEHICLE DIVISION July 25, 1989 MEMORANDUM TO: All Manufacturers of Motor Vehicles From: Highway Safety Administrator Effective immediately, all motor vehicles manufactured for sale in the state of Indiana must be equipped with headlight dimmer switches located on the floorboard near the driver's left foot and not (repeat NOT) mounted on the steering column. A recent survey of traffic accidents on Indiana highways reveals that 95% of all mishaps have been caused by Indiana University fans getting their left foot caught in the steering wheel. BY ORDER OF THE ADMINISTRATOR, (signature) John. L. Williams Chief Safety Inspector
(From the "Rest" of RHF)