March 1899, No. 130 The Railway and Shipping World (Toronto) Page 70, col. 1

Grand Trunk betterments, etc.

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Entrance to Montréal.—In spite of statements to the contrary, no steps have been taken to advance the project for the abolition of the level crossings in Montréal. No thought of the new elevated road has been definitely shaped in the official mind; no plan exists on paper. The initiative must be taken by the Montréal civic committee which was appointed several years ago, & which has been renewed from time to time. The Co. is prepared to deal with the question in a liberal spirit; it will not make any advances. Mr. Hays would be glad to see the level crossings abolished; the urgency lies with the city.

Railways: G.T.Ry.