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The New Zealand Railways Magazine, Volume 6, Issue 4 (September 1, 1931.)

A Tribute to the Railways

A Tribute to the Railways.

Writing recently to the General Manager of Railways, Mr. H. H. Sterling, Mr. A. H. Wood, Te Aroha, makes the following appreciative reference to the New Zealand Railways and to members of the operating staff:—

After an absence of thirteen years from New Zealand, it is most interesting to note the wonderful changes and improvements that have taken place on the New Zealand Railways. The splendid and up-to-date type of ‘sleepers’ on the expresses would do credit to any country. Also, the running time of the ‘Limited’ is absolutely wonderful, taking into consideration the gauge, grades, curves, etc…. One really has a feeling that one is a welcome guest when travelling on the New Zealand Railways….

The guards are a splendid body of men, and their unfailing courtesy and patience while dealing with the public is beyond all praise…. . The careful handling of the trains by the enginemen, too, adds to the comfort of the passengers, and calls for special mention. Indeed the men of the engine service of the New Zealand Railways are second to none.