Prefers to Walk.
Dear Sir, —I noticed a letter from “ Hygiene ” complaining about the overcrowding of trams and buses in Christchurch. I heartily agree with all the correspondent has to say on the matter, and only wonder someone hasn’t complained before. Words cannot express my disgust at the way one is pushed around and trodden on if unlucky or lucky enough to obtain a seat. If the full fare is expected to be paid then one should obtain a seat. If a picture house is full it does not take as many patrons as come along and let the surplus stand. Only this evening I was on the Papanui tram and there were six people on the same small place provided for the driver—plus driver. Now, sir, if a private car or taxi happens to overload, the owner is very soon fined. Why should the trams and buses be an exception ? I would rather walk than tram, but time does not always permit, and I am sure the .-tate of affairs on Christchurch trams and buses does not encourage their use by people who study their health.—l am, etc., HYGIENE NO. 2.
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Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20632, 5 June 1935, Page 8
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