York county council.

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The last session of the County Council for the year was concluded on Saturday at noon.

During the discussion of some bills Mr. J. W. Moyes, manager of the Metropolitan Railway, appeared in the chamber, and was given an opportunity to speak regarding the relations of his railway with the Council.

Mr. Moyes said he felt hurt at the uncomplimentary remarks passed by the members of the Council regarding the actions of the Metropolitan Railway. Some time ago the company placed an order for freight and passenger cars, but owing to the industrial troubles, the order could not be filled in the time specified. The machinery in the new cars is very heavy, and when put on the road the cars will be the best on the continent. As soon as possible they would be put on the road. Mr. Moyes said he was willing to forgive and forget, and he invited them to go down and see the new rolling stock after adjournment. The invitation was accepted.

Councillor Evans thought the Railway was acting in good faith, but the burning question at present was the cushioning of the cars on the road now, and that a trailer be attached to the 5.40 p.m. car, for that car was crowded to the utmost every night, some passengers having to stand till Richmond Hill was reached.

Councillor Stokes said that the Railway had a valuable franchise, for which they paid nothing, and that the railway should give a better service.

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Railways: Met.Ry.

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