THE CLYDE FERRY.

Dunstan Times, Issue 271, 5 July 1867, Page 3

THE CLYDE FERRY.

(TO THE FDITOR OF THE DUXSTAN Ti«£:i.) Sir,--Monopolies when abused, become a curse to society, as instance, that of the Clyde Punt. In the first place, we arc unable to compete with the business men of Alexandra in supplying the wants of those resident on the other side of the river on acceunt of having to pay twice as much for crossing. Secondly, the punt-owners at Alexandra and Cromwell, recognise the injustice of charging for children crossing to School. Thirdly, and perhaps worst of all, is being frequently kept on the other side af the river for upwards of an hour at the time, sometimes in drenching rain, at the mlirc taprico of the punt owner, who hears the " coey " but knowing wc cannot cross by any other means, take 3 this paltry advantage. Now Mr Editor, 1 would suggest that if these abuses continue, those using the punt should combine, and place a second punt upon the rivor, it would give a good interest for the money expended, besides benefitting the Townspeople, by reducing the fares, and increasing the traffic, I remain, Sir, A Sufferer.