TRAFFIC RULE

Otago Daily Times, Issue 26640, 10 December 1947, Page 6

TRAFFIC RULE

TURNING AT CORNER DISCUSSION BY MOTORISTS As the result of a complaint received by a motorist concerning traffic turning at intersections in the busiest streets of the city, the executive of the Automobile Association (Otago) has decided to write to the City Council asking that a certain by-law be repealed. In a letter received by the executive at its monthly meeting last night, Mr R. H. Clark drew attention to the confusion caused by cars turning completely about at intersections. He wondered whether the association would take some action to stop the practice. “As I understand the position, a motorist can turn at any point in a street provided he takes normal safety precautions,” said the president, Mr G. W. Ferens. “An existing by-law says that motorists are not supposed to do this,” he said, “but to my knowledge it has never been enforced.” The president added that turning at intersections in busy streets in other centres was not permitted. It was decided to write to the City Council requesting the repeal of the by-law. Centennial Year

“ In view of the number of visitors expected to be in Dunedin next year and the cars that will be on the road, a request for increased petrol at the busiest period might be considered,” said Mr T. K. S. Sidey. On his motion, it was agreed to write to the Otago Centennial Association suggesting that it might ask the Oil Fuel Controller for an increased quota—should it be necessary—in February and March.