Suggestions and Inventions Commendations.

Barnes, C. E., Passenger Agent, Dunedin.—Suggestion re issue of reserved seat paper tickets.

Boldt, T., Ganger, Napier.—Suggestion that the “run-out” on curves be lengthened.

Dods, S. C., Leading Fitter, Napier.—Suggested improvement to brake gear on “Ab” locomotives.

Gasson, E. B., Clerk, Belfast.—Suggestion re banking of Belfast cash at Christchurch.

Hodgson, H., Term Casual Fitter, Addington.—Suggested fixture and jig for milling axle boxes.

Hopkirk, R. A., Foreman of Works, East Town.—Suggestion re method of securing cattle stop grids.

Latimer, E, R., Leading Fitter, Christchurch.—Commended and awarded a bonus of £10 for suggested alteration to pit rails in running sheds.

Rollo, C., Clerk, Oamaru.—Suggested improvements to Invercargill Station.

Taylor, J., Turner, East Town.—Suggestion re securing steam piston heads of Westinghouse Air Pumps.

Wallace, C. D., Clerk, Architectural Branch, Frankton Junction.—Suggestion re use of H.6 leave card in Maintenance Branch.