Railway Enterprise.

In an article headed “State Enterprise” the “Southland News,” in referring to the management of the New Zealand Railways states: “Business is constantly sought, conveniences are offered, and every possible effort is made to encourage travel by rail. Particularly is this apparent in the increasing number of cheap one-day excursions run by the Department to scenic resorts, a practice which may be commended from several angles. Not only does it assist in swelling the revenue but also it offers to the public a convenience which is greatly appreciated as evidenced by the fact that it is expected that to-morrow one thousand people will travel to Queens-town by the excursion trains. In brief, the people of this Dominion are induced to use their own property for their own pleasure, and their own ultimate profit, and are offered that courtesy and efficiency which helps to bring a return of patronage.”

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