promising to observe stated precautions at such spots. He would welcome suggestions for avoiding pedestrian accidents.
Crossing at right angles was mentioned, and recognised as essential, most of the accidents being those of “jay walkers.” Illegal setting of lights, rendering visibility impossible, was referred ‘to by Mr M. Marks, who also spoke of the dangers of “push” cycles without ny lights. Inspectors did not seem to see these cyclist offenders.
\ In• the new Transport Bill, said the chairman, there was provision making pedestrians cross on white lines only. The advisability of cycles being made to carry rear lights instead of reflectors was stressed.
Amber glasses, said a meml>er would cut out glare from approaching cars. •Cyclists had undoubtedly a right to the road, said -the chairman, but motorists had been unable to have them made to carry proper lights. Many suggestions were made by members, all of which were noted for submission to the conference with the Minister.
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Hokitika Guardian, 10 June 1930, Page 6
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