Chapter II · Advantages of Scheme.
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Chapter II. Advantages of Scheme.
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1. Cheapness and regularity of transport.
2. Economy of service;—by unification of railways;—abolition of Railway Clearing House, of expenses of varying rates and fares, of multiplication of receiving offices, stations, &c.,—and by amalgamation with Post Office;—all railway land and buildings available for Government purposes—Postal, Civil, Military and Naval.
3. Progressive increase always follows adoption of small uniform fares (e.g., in Post Office); hence progressive increase of revenue available for working expenses, purchase money, extensions, improvements, and adoption of new safety appliances.