Miss Bartlett Declines (Press, 18 February 1972)
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Summary: Miss Bartlett Declines (Press, 18 February 1972)
On 18 February 1972, Patricia Bartlett, a notable opponent of pornography from Wellington, declined an invitation to inaugurate a cuddling machine at the Bishopdale Shopping Centre. The machine is set to be launched the following Wednesday by the Rev. R. A. Lowe, the Vicar of Fendalton, along with "Miss Canterbury, 1972," Inese Berzins. In her response, Miss Bartlett expressed regret, citing her full-time teaching commitments as the reason for her inability to participate, and wished the project success. The cuddling machine has drawn mixed reactions, with some local businessmen expressing disapproval. R. M. Naysmith articulated strong opposition to the initiative, deeming it inappropriate for the high-class shopping environment of Bishopdale and finding the concept to be "ridiculous." The design of the cuddling machine features a woollen blanket with knitted sleeves on either side. Participants stand on opposite sides of the blanket, insert their arms into the sleeves, and embrace one another without any direct physical contact since the blanket serves as a barrier.
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