THE RICHMOND DISASTER.

Marlborough Express, Volume XLV, Issue 22, 26 January 1911, Page 5

THE RICHMOND DISASTER.

CONCLUSION OF THE INQUIRY

NEGLIGENT OFFICIALS

PUNISHED

[PRESS ASSOCIATION.] (Received Jan. 26, 10.25 a.m.) MELBOURNE, Jan. 26. The Richmond disaster inquiry has concluded. ■ .

Driver Allan was } fined £30 for not sending the fireman to the signal-box when detained by the advanced starting-signal. The fireman was fined £5. The guard of the first train was cautioned for not having tail lights burning. Signalman McDonald, of South Yarra, was dismissed the service, but, recommended for a less responsible position. Driver Melville, of the second train, was dismissed the service for not obeying the signals. His fireman was found not guilty of a similar charge.