ing the traffic again in August next tested. to have the cable 00 16. I to the whole of the Zo objection tests. being incorporated with the Regulations proposed by Messrs Stumphreys and Sow. I am of opinion that the only choice lies between retaining the tests as at present and abandoning them entirely. cannot recommend any modification in the tests conducted. Ex 17. Regulation 6 provided originally for two tests in every year but was afterwards amended to provide for one only. 18. The terms of de-gulation are somewhat vague but I have been aware that they have been harshly interpreted. This Department has always endeavoured to meet the convenience of the Company in carrying out letter. With regard to the signalling apparatus, the probability of any accident to the public through its failure is in my opinion very remote. It is constantly kept in an efficient state for ordinary working purposes. (So) W. Chatham. 31 March, 1894. always