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The London taxicab award (see pages 22 and 35-36) does not please the owners : the British Motorcab Co. is unaffected.

The latest developments in connection with accumulator propulsion are taking place in Vienna, and we make some illustrated references to the matter on page 29.

We direct particular attention to the first leading article in this week's issue, as we feel that the assertions of parties who are interested in trolleybus extensions should not be allowed to pass unchallenged.

Unic Cabs for Belfast.

We understand that Mr. Adam Turner of Belfast has recently taken delivery of a number of rink 12-16 h.p. taxicabs, with bodywork by Dodson of Westminster. These cabs are built to accommodate four passengers and the driver, and will prove a decided acquisition to the Belfast cab service.

London Traffic Rivals.

The L.C.C. tramway receipts, for the week ended the 28th ult., were 243,167, compared with 241,735 for the corresponding week of 1911 ; the L.G.O.C. receipts, for the week ended the 9th inst., were £40,779, compared with 232,796 for the corresponding week of 1911. The L.C.C. gain is £1432, whilst that of the L.G.O.C. is 27783. Railways and Omnibuses.

Mr. Buxton, answering a question put by Ai r. Swift kaeSeill in the House of Commons a few days ago, stated with regard to the running of omnibuses by the Tube Railways, that " no statutory sanction to such an arrangement would seem to be required.'

Revolvers Used in Paris.

The taxicab strike in Paris is degenerating into a campaign of unscrupulous intimidation. Since the strike committee a fortnight ago accepted the help of the anarchist association, the ConfodCration Gt'uierale du Travail, attacks on taxicab drivers lia.ve been more frequent. In three cases drivers have been seriously hurt, and one unfortunate cabby has lost the sight of an eye during a street scuffle. A few days ago, a serious and concerted attack was made on eight non-strikers as they were returning to a Levallois garage, the metropolis of the Parisian taxicab world. The police had heard rumours of the impending trouble, and an escort was provided for the 150 cabs that were known to be on the streets. On arrival at the garage, it was noticed that eight cabs were missing, and these were found by the police, surrounded by a crowd of strikers, who had already disabled a number of the drivers. The unfortunate cabbies had been bombarded with stones by strikers who were concealed in a mill-shed near by. Revolvers were used freely, apparently in most cases with a view to intimidation. Knuckle dusters and life preservera were in general evidence, and many nasty wounds were sustained.

An L.G.O. Gathering.

The first annual dinner of the combined Western garages of the L.G.O.C., was held at the Victoria Station Restaurant on the 8th inst., with Mr. W. I. Johnston, the chief engineer of the section, in the

chair. A representative of THE COMMERCIAL MOTOR attended by special invitation, and other visitors present included Mr. D. H. Duff, Mr. H. Lansdowne, of the L.G.O. tire department, and Mr. 0. J. T. Ray, of the Silvertown Lubricant Co., Ltd., while Messrs. S. Symes and P. Holt, the superintendents of the Shepherd's Bush and Uxbridge Garages respectively represented the shop foremen. The company was nearly 300 strong. Mr. B. Brooks acted as secretary of an energetic committee. Mr. W. 3. Iden, the company's chief engineer, wired regretting his inability to be present, owing to his being. detained on pressing business not unconnected with the disorganization of supplies by the strike. The permission to smoke having been given by the chairman, the " Hilarities " Concert Party made its appearance, and proceeded to entertain the company with song and jest. The toast of the Royal Family having been duly honoured, Mr. Wrey proposed, and Mr. D. F. Duff replied to the toast of the company. He took occasion 10 comment upon the loyalty and efficiency of his staff, which he believed to be the keenest in the service of the company. Replying to the toast of the Chairman, Mr. Johnston questioned the previous speaker's claim to possess the keenest and most. loyal staff. He had worked hand in glove with his men for many years, and flattered himself that they understood each other thoroughly. He believed his own section was by far the hest, and throwing down the gauntlet to his colleagues, he announced his intention (speaking for his men and himself) of remaining the best and livest section. A sentiment which was heartily supported by those present. Mn W. H. Berry, of THE COMMERCIAL MOTOR, replied on behalf of the Press and the visitors.

It was in the "wee sma' hours" when the company dispersed.

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The Irish Motor Coach Service.

The motor coach service which was inaugurated between Westport and Clifton, Co. Achill, in June last, by the Midland and Great Western Rly., of Ireland, has proved extremely satisfactory, both as regards receipts and passengers carried. Further developments are likely to occur. Should Get Another Job.

A taxi-driver, before Mr. liedderwick, at the North London Police Court, stated that his earnings only averaged 17s. per m eek ; and, further, that several West End clubs had agreed not to give tips. The case was adjourned in order that the man's eineloyer might produce his books. Later, the magistrate refused to make any order in respect of a debt.


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