Nichols Sees Lighter Side Of The News
Washington dispatch reports humor in taxicab trade with data from the American Taxicab Association convention. In D C the city has one cab per 84 residents, while large cities average one per 1 343. Bill Kramer notes drivers earn less than factory workers, prompting fleet owners to face idle vehicles and mounting costs.
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Taxi safety debate pits drivers against city leaders
In Boston and Nashville dispatches the discussion centers on taxi drivers and public safety. An attorney general office official cites untrained chauffeurs and unsafe vehicles as risks while lawmakers argue for stricter driver exams and vehicle checks. A witness notes the need for reliable service and safe brakes amid city traffic concerns.
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