From G. L. Sise, Merchant, Dunedin.

In regard to taking the management of the Railways from the Railway Commissioners and giving the control to a political head, I think it would be a great mistake, and a calamity that would entail the loss of many thousands to the country. The present Commissioners are men of undoubted ability, and experts who thoroughly understand their business and stake their reputation on a knowledge of their work. To take the control from these men and give it to a political head who has little or no knowledge of the successful working of Railways, would probably result in the State property becoming a dumping ground for the fads and experiments of Parliamentary supporters, situations given, based not so much on the merit of the applicant as on the political influence he can bring to bear. So far as my experience goes—as a farmer and business man. I believe that the present Railway Commissioners are working for the best interest of the country.