Evening Republican, Volume 15, Number 101, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 28 April 1911 — Safes on German Trains. [ARTICLE]

Safes on German Trains.

The latest reform about to be introduced on German railroads Is the placing of safes aboard long distance trains. The safes are to be made of steel, with two keys, one to be kept In the custody of the passenger and the other In that of the train guard, both being necessary for the opening of the safe. The safes are to be placed in the guard's van and to b4> large enough to hold a small grip, Jewel case or similar package. A very moderate charge will be made for the use of the safes, the state taking all risks arising from theft, fire or railway accident, and protecting itself by a system of reinsurance. The reform, which might also be adopted with success on Italian railroads, was suggested by the number of assaults and robberies which occurred last year on certain of the German lines.