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be adopted for Paris and other large cities in France, In

referring to this system Col. Purves in his paper says:-

....it has been adopted with success in

many European and other cities. The system

is undoubtedly an excellent: one".

This system it may be added has been adopted for Shanghai.

(39). If and when tenders are called for the equipments

proposed I suggest that all the manufacturers of "Strowger"

equipment on England, end the manufacturers of the "Rotary"

system be invited to furnish proposals.

Voltage of System.

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(40). The Stendard Voltage adopted by the Fost Office for the

System "Strowger" system is 50. The Stenderd employed on the "Rotary"/

is practically the same viz:-46. I have considered whether it

would be advisable to adopt a lower voltage in this Colony, and

have come to the conclusion that the Standard Voltage should be

adhered to.

(41). With either the standard or a lower voltage a high degree

of insulation generally is necessary and suitable standards of

insulation for the various parts of the equipment and network

are laid down in the Ordinance, The dehumidifying plant will

take care of the exchange apparatus. For the upkeep in proper

condition of the distribution cables and leads and of the

Subscribers' instruments a regular and well organised system

of maintenance will be necessary.

(42). The whole of the apparatus should be of the best tropical quality and all cords on subscribers' instruments should be

specially waterproofed.

Summary of Recommendations.

(43). The recommendations contained in the foregoing report

mey be summarised as follows:-

(a) That an Automatic Exchange equipped for

7,000 lines be installed in the new premises in "Exchange Building" at Victoria as soon