Two other countries separated by a common language

[Chris F Waigl]

Joel S. Berson wrote:
> Doesn't anyone ask for the "Men's Room" or
> "Ladies' Room" for public facilities any
> more?  It's what I see on the doors in the U.S.
>
> Joel

Asking for the "Gents'" or the "Ladys'" is pretty common here in
England. I just don't seem to have picked up the habit.

Chris Waigl

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