mm MANHATTAN RAILWAY CO. SEYMOUR DURST "t ' 'Tort nieuw ^Am^terdam- ojr Je Manhatarus FORT NEW AMSTERDAiM. (mew york) , 165 j When you leave, please leave this book Because it has been said "Sver'thing comes t' him who waits Except a loaned book." Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library Gift of Seymour B. Durst Old York Library Wag 3 This book is the property of the Manhattan Railway Company, and the employe holding it will not receive his final pay until it has been properly returned to the Company. RULES and REGULATIONS FOR THE GOVERNMENT OF THE OPERATING OFFICERS * EMPLOYES OF THE Manhattan Railway Co. TO TAKE EFFECT JANUARY I, 1890. I N D KX. PAGE. RULES. 1 . Special Notice 3. General Rules 1-28 7. Maintenance of Way Dep*t .Chief Engineer 29-34 9. 44 44 Road Master 35-44 11. " " Road Supervisors 45- 58 13. 44 44 Fogmen 59 14 . 44 44 Foremen of Structure Repairs . . 60-65 15. 44 41 Foremen of Track Repairs 66-80 18. * 4 44 Foreman of Street Repair Gang. 81 18 . 44 44 Master Carpenters 82 18. 44 44 Foremen Painters 83 19. Mechanical Department Master Mechanic 84- 95 22. 44 44 . ..Road Foreman of Engines 96-102 23. 44 44 ....Engine Despatches 103-110 24 . 44 44 ... Enginemen 111-149 30. 44 41 Enginemen (Running Curves). . 150 31 . 44 44 ....Firemen 151-159 33. 44 44 Foreman of Car Inspectors 160-163 34. 44 44 ....Shop Clerks 164-170 35. Transportation Department. Superintendent 171-174 37. 44 44 Train Masters and Assistants. . . 175-181 39. 44 44 Train Despatches 182-192 41 . 44 44 Tower and Hand Switchmen. . . 193-211 45. 44 44 Conductors and Guards 212-247 51 . 44 44 Train Rules 248-236 58. Station Department General Ticket Agent 287-288 59. 44 44 Station Inspectors 289-295 61 . 44 44 Stationmen 296-310 63. 44 44 Station Agents 311-332 67 . 44 44 Gatemen 3.33-338 68. 44 44 Platformmen 339-343 69. Electric Block Signals Instructions to Station Agents and Operators 344 71 . 44 44 Intructions to Conductors 345 72. 44 44 Testing the Circuit 346 74 . 44 44 Location and Numbers of Sig- nal Boxes 76. Telegraph Service Telegraph Operators 347-367 80. 44 44 Figure Signals. 81 . 44 44 Calls. 86. Rules to be observed in foggy weather 368-374 88. Fog Signal Stations. 93. Signals 375-385 95. 44 By Whistle 386-391 95. 44 By Bell Cord 392-395 96. 44 By Lamp or Light 396-399 96. 44 By Hand or Flag 400-403 97. 44 By Interlocking Switch Targets 404-408 1 SPECIAL NOTICE. The Company will run its trains, so far as prac- ticable, to accommodate the public. It is very important that trains be run at regular intervals, and with ABSOLUTE SAFETY. Officers and employes are hereby informed that they are required by these Rules and Regulations, by their own interest, and particularly by that of the Company, to be polite and considerate in all their intercourse with the patrons of the road. The public is entitled to courteous treatment, and the relations of the road to those who are in any way brought into contact with its manage- ment, depend largely upon the conduct of persons employed in transacting its business. Officers and employes must remember that, in accepting office or position in the service of the Company, they are bound thereby to obey strictly the rules and regulations issued by their superior officers. All rules and regulations heretofore issued, in- consistent with those herein contained, are hereby rescinded. 2 Special rules and regulations, also time tables for the running of trains, will be issued from time to time as may be found necessary. For the purpose of creating and maintaining an efficient management, the Company's lines will be grouped as follows : EASTERN DIVISION. Second Avenue Lines, and all assigned con- nections. Third Avenue Lines and all branches. WESTERN DIVISION. Sixth Avenue Lines. Ninth Avenue Lines. ■ General Manager. 3 GENERAL RULES. 1. N~o person shall be employed, promoted or transferred without the authority of the head of department controlling them, and the approval of the General Manager. 2. Employes discharged or resigning from one department shall not be employed in any other without the approval of the General Manager. 3. The salaries of all officers, and wages of each class of employes in the service of the Company, will be fixed by the General Manager, and cannot be changed without his authority. 4. Every employe, when on duty connected with train service on any division of the road, will be under the direction and must conform to the orders of the Train Master of that division. 5. The SAFETY OF PASSENGERS IS THE FIRST consideration. All employes are required to exercise constant care, to prevent injury to persons or property; and in all cases of doubt to take the safe side. 6. Strict propriety of conduct, positive avoidance of profane or indecent lan- guage in the transaction of business, and toward each other, is required. 7. Employes will not enter into altercation with any one, no matter what provocation may have been given, but will report the facts to their immediate superior officer. 4 8. The use of intoxicating drinks while on duty is prohibited. Persons known to be in the habitual use of them when not on duty will not be retained in the service. 9. Smoking in or about the shops, at stations, or on engines or cars, either while on or off duty, is prohibited. 10. No one will be permitted to absent himself from duty without the consent of the head of the department to which he may be attached, and then not for more than two weeks. If a longer leave of absence is desired, a new application must be made. 11. No person shall receive pay while absent or suspended from duty for cause. 12. The regular compensation of em- ployes COVERS ALL RISKS OF AND LIABILITY RESULTING FROM ACCIDENT. 13. If an employ^ is disabled by sickness, or any other cause, the right to claim compensation is not recognized. Allowances, when made in such cases, will be as gratuities, justified by the circumstances of the case, and by previous good conduct. 14. Employes of every grade will be considered in the line of promotion, dependent therefor upon the faithful discharge of duty, and the qualifications and capacity for assuming increased responsibilities. 15. When on duty, the employes of this Com- pany must ivear the prescribed uniform with BADGE ATTACHED IN PLAIN SIGHT. This rule is imperative, and any violation thereof will subject the offender to prompt dismissal. Employes upon presenting a proper pass will be permitted to ride 5 free, but will not occupy seats to the exclusion of passengers. No duplicate employes passes will be issued. In all cases where passes are lost, employes must report the same at once to their superior officer, in order that proper steps may be taken to collect it if presented for passage at any station. 16. Employes are particularly cautioned against permitting anything to fall upon the structures, and from the tracks or buildings to the sidewalks or streets. 17. Prompt reports of injury to persons or property must be made by telegraph, and detailed statements made in writing as early as possible after the occurrence. In cases of personal injury or difficulty with passengers, secure the names and addresses of two or more witnesses to the same, exclusive of employes of the Company. 18. Employes must familiarize themselves with the rules governing the department to which they ^/ belong. Entrance into the service of the Company implies acceptance of its rules and regulations, 19. Ignorance of rules will not be accepted as an excuse for neglect or omission of duty. If in , > doubt as to the meaning of any rule, apply to your immediate superior officer for the information. 20. Any employe disapproving of the regula- tions adopted for his government, or not disposed to aid in their enforcement, is expected to resign ^ or will be discharged. 21. Disobedience of orders, violation of rules, or neglect of duty, will always be considered a sufficient cause for dismissal; but suspension from ^/ duty and pay may be substituted. 6 22. Any employ 6 noticing disobedience or neg- lect of any important rule is required to report it to the proper officers. Withholding such informa- tion will be considered proof of indifference to the Company's interests. 23. Employes will receipt for badges, switch or car keys, and Book of Rules, and must never allow them to go out of their possession. When they leave the service of the Company, they will return them and all other property in their charge before being paid. 24. Employes discharged for accident due to their negligence or disobedience, will not be re-employed. 25. The name and address of each head of department, together with that of subordinates and employes, shall be registered in the respective offices for ready reference. 26. Employes required by the rules to be uni- formed, must have the same made by the Com- pany's contractor, to conform in material and style to the standard adopted by the Company. 27. They shall, in every instance, be as pre- scribed, namely : for Summer, single-breasted sack coat, vest and trousers, of dark blue cloth, and white duck cap; for Winter, overcoat, double- breasted sack coat, vest and trousers, of dark blue cloth, wijth cap of same color, bearing two bands of gold/ braid, the position of employes, in each ease^being designated by a cap badge. The regu- lation button to be worn in every instance. 28. Reading while on duty is strictly prohibited. MAINTENANCE OF WAY DEPARTMENT. CHIEF ENGINEER. 29. The Chief Engineer will report to and receive instructions from the General Manager, to whom all appointments, promotions, transfers and dismissals shall be referred for approval. He will have a general suspervision of foundations, struc- ture, track, switches, signals, interlocking switch apparatus, street pavements, sewers and sewer connections, also buildings and real estate of the Company. All orders and notices issued by him shall bear the approval of the General Manager, to whom a copy of each shall be forwarded. 30. He shall cause the foundations to be vigi- lantly watched and protected against injury from broken water-mains, construction of service or drains, building of vaults and any other under- ground accidents or operations threatening their safety. 31. He shall be assisted by a proper force, sub- ject to the approval of the General Manager, and shall cause a systematic record to be kept, showing size, form and location of all the piers and base castings on the road. 8 32. He will make frequent observations of de- flection of girders, and observe carefully the effects of moving trains and heavy engines on the rivets and various parts of the girders; watch carefully the effects of contraction and expansion, and keep a record of these observations. He will make a detailed monthly report of the work and repairs done to structure, track and buildings, with an approximate cost of the same. He will also report all scrap iron, old rails, spikes and bolts turned over to the store-keeper. 33. He will have charge of all records, maps, plans and drawings pertaining to structure and buildings, and will keep a daily record of events that pertain to the work, and a complete record of everything that pertains to the building of piers in vaults, or any matters that might entail injury to private property. He will also keep a record of the structure and track mileage of the various lines, and of the lengths and location of turnouts, crossings, switches and switchstands, with angles of frogs and radii of curves. 34. He will keep a record of the dimensions and weights of everything pertaining to the struc- ture, such as lengths of spans, heights of columns, description of girders, etc., in order that the data for immediate renewals may always be accessible. 9 ROAD MASTER. 35. The Eoad Master will report to and re- ceive instructions from the Chief Engineer. 36. He will have charge of the maintenance and repair of the iron structure above ground, and everything appurtenant thereto, also of the track, superstructure, switches and signals, but shall make no change therein of any nature whatever without the authority of the Chief Engineer. He will be aided by Supervisors and an adequate force of employes, who shall be appointed only upon the approval of the Chief Engineer. 37. His duties shall be to pass frequently over the structure on foot, and to inspect it also from the ground ; to see that the employes under him do their work faithfully ; that loose rivets or other fastenings are promptly replaced or secured ; that switches throw freely and lock safely ; that signals operate truly ; that every employe under him has necessary tools and supplies, and is instructed in the duties of his position, and generally to devote his whole time and best energies to the main- tenance of his charge in first class order. 38. He shall give particular attention to the safety of curves, and of the high structures having braced columns, and shall supervise the adjustment of such structures in person. 39. He shall not allow any persons other than employes of the Company, in the ordinary dis- charge of their duties, to enter upon the track or 10 structure without a permit from the General Man- ager or Chief Engineer, nor shall he allow any at- tachments to be made to the structure, such as advertising signs, guy ropes, telegraph wires, etc., without a similar permit. 40. He shall report to the Chief Engineer all accidents, delays, breaks and defects in structure, track or switches. 41. He shall keep in store articles needed for emergencies, such as lamps, lanterns, glasses, tools, frogs, switches, switch points, spikes, bolts, fish- bars, straight and curved rails, plank, mauls, crow- bars, wrenches, cold chisels, hydraulic jacks, ham- mers, saws, wedges, etc. 4*2. He shall have on hand full wrecking out- fits (ready for immediate use), and distributed at such points as the Chief Engineer may designate. 43. In cases of accident or serious detention to trains, the Road Master, or his assistants, will pro- ceed at once to the place, direct the disposition of the wrecking force, and assist in removing the cause. He will, if necessary, call to his help the employes in transportation or any other depart- ment, and thev will obev his orders for the time ' ml ml being. He will have an efficient assistant on duty during the night, who shall have his headquarters at the Eoad Masters office. 44. He shall have authority to suspend from duty or to dismiss from the Company's service any employe in his department below the grade of Supervisor. 11 ROAD SUPERVISORS. 45. Supervisors report to and receive their in- structions from the Eoad Master. 46. They are responsible for keeping the col- umns, girders, tracks, switches and frogs in proper condition, and in case an immediate repair is re- quired, will attend to it personally, otherwise re- port it to the Eoad Master. 47. They must pass frequently over their di- visions, notice defects in the track, examine the structure, see that rivets and nuts are tight, and clips and hook-bolts square to center line ; watch carefully the pocket bearings of the girders, the I beam track stringers in pin-joint structure, and the floor beams, that they show no signs of distress without immediate attention ; especially note any- thing that may form an obstruction to the track, and have it removed ; examine all crossings, the condition of frogs and switches, and attend to any- thing else which may be necessary to secure the safety of the road structure. 48. They have charge of the Trackmen and re- pairmen employed on their divisions ; they will see that they perform their duty, keep a strict account of their time, and report the same in the manner and form prescribed. 49. They must know that every employe under their direction is fully acquainted with the Bules 12 and Regulations, and the use and object of all the signals, and that each man performs his duty well and diligently. 50. For neglect of duty or disobedience, they are authorized to suspend any Foreman or Watch- man, and to suspend or discharge any other person under their charge, and will report each case to the Eoad Master for approval. 51. They must attend personally to the removal of snow or other obstructions from the track. They will also attend to the prevention of drip into the street, and have icicles brushed from the structure, as they form, to guard against injury to pedestrians. 5*2. In cases of accident they will repair immedi- ately to the spot, taking whatever force may be necessary, and use every effort to assist in clearing the road, under the direction of the Road Master. 53. They will make careful inquiry in regard to every accident that may occur upon the road, and all cases of personal injury, whether to passengers, employes or others, and report fully thereon, in writing, to the Road Master, with names and ad- dresses of witnesses when possible. 54. They will make reports in the manner and form directed by the Road Master, and will be re- sponsible for the safe-keeping and economical use of all material furnished them. 55. They must see that nothing is piled on sid- ings, or adjacent to the main tracks, that will come in contact with moving trains, and will keep the 13 tracks and everything about stations and yards in good order. Every precaution must be taken to prevent anything falling to the street. 56. They must acquaint themselves with the in- structions issued for the government of trains and trainmen, and report to the Eoad Master any neg- lect of duty or violation of rules that comes under their notice. 57. They must not allow old rails, cross-ties, etc., to be scattered along the road, but have all such scrap cleaned up promptly and removed. 58. During fogs, Supervisors will station Track- men at frequent points along the line of structure to signal trains, using red and green flags by day, and red and green lights by night. In placing the men, the Supervisor will act under instructions from the Road Master. FOGMEN. 59. Fogmen will report to and receive their in- structions from the Supervisor, and will be gov- erned by " Eules to be Observed in Foggy Weather," commencing with Rule No. 368. 14 FOREMEN OF STRUCTURE REPAIRS. 60. Foremen of structure repairs will report to and receive their instructions from Supervisors, and will engage personally in all work. They will have charge of repairs to all iron superstructure, and will promptly report to Supervisors any defects that may come under their observation. 61. They will see that Trackmen and other employes under their charge faithfully perform the duties assigned them. 62. They must acquaint themselves with the use of track signals, see that they are understood by their subordinates, and that caution and danger signals are used strictly in accordance with rule, when working on the structure. 63. They must be careful, in renewing and re- pairing structures, to keep the main track always secure and safe for the passage of trains, and under no circumstances obstruct it without displaying danger signals in the proper direction. 61. They must co-operate with the Supervisor in regard to the distribution of material, and will call upon him whenever they require assistance. 65. For neglect of duty or disobedience they are authorized to suspend and recommend for dis- missal any employe under their charge, and will immediately report the case to the Supervisor for action. 15 FOREMEN OF TRACK REPAIRS. 66. Foremen of track repairs report to and receive their instructions from the Supervisors. 67. They have charge of the repairs on their respective sub-divisions, and will be held responsible for the condition of the track and the watching necessary to secure its safety at all times. 68. They are required to keep in motion over {heir divisions during the entire day, to observe particularly the condition of the main track, sidings, iron structure, bridges and crossings; to execute such repairs as may be necessary and within their ability, and report such as require aid to the Supervisor. 69. They will engage in all work personally and will see that any laborers employed under them faithfully perform their duty. 70. For neglect of duty or disobedience they are authorized to suspend and recommend for dismissal any employe under their charge, and will immediately report the case to the Supervisor for action. 71. They will give particular attention to the surface and line of the track, especially at the joints; see that it is spiked properly, kept in true gauge and surface, and snugly fastened to the ties. 16 72. They must remove all defective materials from the track, and at all times maintain it in good condition for the passage of trains, keeping switches always free from snow, ice or other obstruction. 73. They must never obstruct the track in any way whatever without first conspicuously display- ing a danger signal at least 300 feet in either direction from the obstructed point. Anything thai interferes with the safe passage of trains is an obstruction, and must not be attempted without using the above precaution. 74. They will watch the telegraph line, espec- ially after storms, unite the wires when broken, and render any assistance required by the Line- men. They must promptly report to the nearest Station Agent southward of the point any derange- ment of the wires. 75. They will render prompt assistance in all cases of accident or delay. 76. Track-walkers must carry with them light hand tools, red. green and white flags, and be prepared to rectify any irregularity discovered. If repairs are required they must immediately notify the Supervisor or Foreman of repair gang, and, if urgent, telegraph from nearest station to Road Master. 77. If anything is discovered which affects the safety of trains they must display a danger signal, and immediately notify the Road Master from nearest telegraph station. 17 78. During exceptionally hot or cold weather they must be especially vigilant in their daily examination of track and structure, and in foggy weather must see personally that every fog-man is at his station. They will report absentees immediately to the Road Master or Supervisor. 79. When structure repairs or renewals are in progress they must display cautionary signals at least 300 feet from the point of repairs. 80. They will attend to the cleaning, filling and trimming of switch and signal lamps, light and watch them at night, and extinguish them at the proper time. 18 FOREMAN OF STREET REPAIR GANG. 81. He has charge of repairs to foundations, sidewalks, sewers, street pavements, all excavations necessary for additional foundations, and repairs of fenders at foot of columns. Also will attend to the removal of snow from sidewalks in front of Company's property. He shall report to and receive his instructions from the Chief Engineer. MASTER CARPENTERS. 82. Master Carpenters will report to and receive their instructions from the Chief Engineer. They will have charge of all repairs to stations and buildings, also of Plumbers, Koofers and Tin- smiths, and will be responsible for the tools and machinery in the carpenter shop under their charge, and require that they be kept clean and in good order. FOREMEN PAINTERS. 83. Foremen Painters will report to and receive their instructions from the Chief Engineer. They will be responsible for all material used in painting the structure. 19 MECHANICAL DEPART- MENT. MASTER MECHANIC. 84. The Master Mechanic will report to and receive instructions from the General Manager, to whom all appointments, promotions, transfers and dismissals shall be referred for approval. He will advise with the Superintendent of Transpor- tation as to the number of engines required for service on the several lines, and co-operate with him as to the most economical method of oper- ating tliem while in the road service. He will advise with the General Manager as to the qualifications of Enginemen and Firemen, who will be promoted only with the General Managers approval, and will report to him for discipline or dismissal, such as neglect the rules or disobey orders. All orders and notices issued by him shall bear the approval of the General Manager, to whom a copy of each shall be forwarded. 85. He is responsible for the proper manage- ment of shops, machinery and tools under his charge, and must require that they be kept clean and in good order. He must enforce discipline among the workmen, see that they are diligent in the discharge of their duties, and that the opera- tions of his department are conducted with system and economy. 20 S6. He is responsible for the proper main- tenance of all mechanism for coal and water supply. 87. He is responsible for sending out engines or cars in proper condition for service, and must see that they are supplied with the necessary fix- tures and tools, with lamps, signals and other things necessary to a complete equipment. 88. He must have the engines and their crews ready for service at the time indicated by the Transportation Department, and will have the engines inspected at the end of each trip, the necessary repairs made, and have them properly cleaned. 89. He will have all boilers tested, as they pass through the shops, with hydrostatic pressure of 180 lbs. per square inch, and keep record of same. He will also have them thoroughly inspected on wash-out days and record kept of such inspection. 90. He must see that a daily record is kept of the names of the workmen, the time of service and rate of pay, also the time employed and material used on each piece of work, and the cost of the same, in accordance with the prescribed instructions. 91. He will see that all workmen employed at the shops are at their proper places, ready for duty, at the specified time. 92. The shop force will not be used at night or on Sundays except for necessary work. 21 93. He will not allow strangers to visit the shops without a permit, and will observe that they do not converse or interfere with the workmen on duty. 94. He will require that the hours of labor ' e announced to shopmen promptly and regularly,, and will that night Watchmen perform their duties in compliance with the instructions which are from time to time issue! for their government. 95. He shall not make or permit changes to be made in the general arrangement or details of engines and cars while under repairs at the shops, without special orders from the General Manager. ROAD FOREMAN OF ENGINES. 96. The Road Foreman of Engines will report to. and receive his instructions from the Master Mechanic. 97. It will be his duty to ride frequently on the engines, notice and report their condition to the Master Mechanic. Instruct Engineers in the proper handling of their engines, and Firemen in the proper and economical use of fuel and stores. 9S. He will report to the Master Mechanic any yiolations of rules or neglect of duty that may be brought to his notice. 99. He will consult with Engine Despatchers as to the qualifications of Enginemen, and report the same to the Master Mechanic. 100. He will see that all engines are properly equipped with necessary tools, and are kept clean and in good condition. All orders given by him in this connection to Engineers and Firemen must be obeyed. 101. He will inspect all engines coming out of the shop, prepare them for road service, and report to the Master Mechanic anv defects discovered before the engine is placed in service. 102. He will examine all Firemen for promotion, and report results to the Master Mechanic for his approval. 23 ENGINE DESPATCHERS. 103. Engine Despatchers report to, and receive instructions from the Master Mechanic. 104. They must see that engines are in good working order and equipped with the necessary tools and signals, and that boilers are washed as often as required. 105. They will consult frequently with the Mas- ter Mechanic and Shop Foremen in regard to the condition of engines on their respective lines. 106. They will have charge of the loading and handling of coal on their respective lines and the men engaged therein. 107. They will have charge of engine stores, and will be responsible for their economical distribu- tion. 108. They will honor all requisitions of the Superintendent for engines, and will see that they are ready for service at the designated time. 109. They will hold Enginemen responsible for the cleanliness of their engines. 110. They will notify Enginemen of the required reporting time, and enforce the conditions of Eule 121. 24 ENGIN EM EN. IN ALL CASES OF DOUBT, TAKE THE SAFE SIDE. 111. Enginemen and Firemen will be appointed and promoted to the respective grades upon approval of the General Manager. 112. Enginemen report to, and receive their in- structions from the Master Mechanic, and from the Despatcher or Foreman in charge of engines. 113. They must obey the orders of the Sup't of Transp'n, Train Master or Train Despatcher, in regard to shifting, making up trains, starting from terminals and while engines are in train service. Special attention is called to rules Nos. 4, 126 and 132. IH. They must have in their possession a copy of the Rules and Regulations, the time-table, and a full set of signals in good order and ready for use. 115. They will obey the orders of the Road Fore- men of Engines and the Engine Despatcher in regard to the working of their engines, and the proper use of fuel, stores, etc. 116. They must use special care in coupling and shifting cars to avoid injuring the Trainmen, and must always start and stop their trains cautiously, and without sudden jerking. 117. They must use special care at all times to avoid blowing off steam and must never drop oil fire, coal or water in the streets, and will not use the whistle unnecessarily. 25 118. They are not permitted to clean their ash- pans on the main track, but only at designated points. 119. They may be temporarily suspended from duty and pay, for cause, by the Master Mechanic, but will not be permanently dismissed except by order of the General Manager. 120. They will not be allowed to lay off tem- porarily from duty, or change trips with other enginemen for any purpose, without a special per- mit from the Engine Despatcher. 121. In all cases when they fail to report promptly for duty they will lose a full day's time, and the Despatcher will fill their places for a full day with extra enginemen. 122. They must have their engines supplied with the necessary stores and tools, fuel, water and sand, and the steam up, ready to attach to train, at least fifteen minutes before the schedule time for starting for the day, and as much earlier as may be directed by the Engine Despatcher. 123. They must obey promptly all signals given by Station Agents,Telegraph Operators,Track Eepair men, Conductors or Guards, even though they may * think such signals unnecessary. When in doubt as to the meaning of a signal, they must stop and ascertain the cause, and if a wrong signal is shown they will report the fact to the Superintendent, Train Master or Train Despatcher. 124. They must not leave their engines except in case of absolute necessity, and must always leave 26 the Fireman or some other competent person in charge. 125« They must report the condition of their engines to the Master Mechanic, Foremen of Shop or Engine Despatcher, at the end of each day. 126. They are under the orders of the Con- ductors in regard to starting, stopping and general management of the train between terminal sta- tions, but they will not obey any order that: may endanger the safety of the train or require a viola- tion of the Eules. 127. They will allow no persons to ride on the engines without a written order from the Vice- President, General Manager. Superintendent, Mas- ter Mechanic, Train Master or Engine Despatcher. 128. When train? are in motion Enginemen will not leave the throttle of their engines for any purpose, either to oil cylinders, fix headlights, or otherwise. 129. They are required to run their engines personally, and under no circumstances allow the Fireman to hare charge of the running. 130. Before leaving terminal stations they must test their vacuum brakes to see that they are in good working order. The brakes on driving wheels must not be used except in cases of emer- gency. 131. They will keep a constant lookout ahead when the engine is in motion, observe the position of all switches, and if there be semaphores or targets, see that they indicate that switches are •27 properly adjusted. If wrong, the engine or train must be stopped at once. 132. They will report promptly to the Train Master or Train Despatcher all instances in which lights are not displayed at switches after dark, all deficiencies at water stations or elsewhere, and any negligence or inattention on the part of employes. 133. When in the yard the safety valve is set to blow off at 130 pounds pressure. 134. Engines must not leave terminal stations with less than 110 pounds pressure. 135. No absolute limit of distance between trains can always be fixed, but that distance must never be less than will be sufficient to bring the following train to a stop before overtaking the train in advance. The condition of the brakes, the track and grades, and the danger of sudden check- ing or stopping of the preceding train, must con- stantly be borne in mind. 136. In foggy weather, or after dark, or when the cars are lighted, or train lights burning, no engine or train, unless signalled to do so, will approach the preceding engine or train nearer than 250 feet — about one city block. This rule is ini- perative.except only as provided in Rule 137. Rules to be observed in foggy weather, Xos. 368 to 374. 137. An engine or train may follow the one preceding by moving very slowly, under full con- trol and with great care, at a safe distance, nearer than 250 feet, approaching and leaving terminals, junctions, switching and standing yards, coaling, and watering stations, and at stations in sight when the preceding train has passed the platform. 138. The lives of passengers are intrusted to the care of the Enginemen, and it is fully expected that they will not only attend to every signal, and carry out their instructions, but upon all occasions be vigilant and cautious, not depending entirely on signals, brakes, or the rules for safety. 139. Enginemen are required to regulate the movement of trains, as nearly as possible, to a uni- form speed on all parts of the road, except on curves. Reckless running is positively forbidden* 140. Running past a red signal will be cause for dismissal. 141. Enginemen will exercise the utmost cau- tion to prevent overtaking the preceding train. They must always approach a station kot i]sr sight with positive coxtrol of their trains, and they will never follow so closely as to cause danger of collision if the preceding train was suddenly checked or stopped. 142. When trains are in motion the responsi- bilitv for safe running rests wholly upon the Enginemen. No collision with the rear of a pre- ceding train, not baching, will be excused. 143. No engine or train will ever run at a rate of speed exceeding 25 miles per hour on local track, and must not exceed 9 miles per hour in rounding sharp curves south of 59th Street. In no case must trains be run between 116th and 104th Streets, Western Division, in less than schedule running time. 29 144. Engiuemen will slow up to avoid crowding upon the preceding train, thus dividing distance and saving overcrowding of passengers. When an unusual or long distance from the preceding train exists, they will endeavor to economize time and close the gap, but must not increase speed around curves in so doinsr. 145. Should an engine or train be disabled between stations, the engine of the following train will, on signal, connect and push it slowly to the next station, where passengers will be discharged and requested to take the following train. The disabled train will be immediately helped to the nearest siding ahead, unless otherwise ordered. Every effort must be made by all concerned to avoid delays to following trains. 146. In every case of disability to an engine, car or train, causing delay or indicating danger, the passengers must first be safely landed, after which every effort must be made to clear the track and avoid delays to following trains. 147. Enginemen will report promptly to the Master Mechanic any injury to the engine or train, or any unusual occurrence on the line of the road. 148. They must see, personally, that their ash* pans, drip-pans, and stack nettings are kept in perfect order. 149. They must report on the time cards daily the mileage and amount of time made. No excuse will be taken for failure to deposit their time cards at the end of each day's work. 30 RUNNING CURVES. 150. Enginemen must run slowly around all important curves. They must reduce speed before reaching the curve, and continue slow speed until the last car has left it. 150^2. Engineers must approach the Harlem River Drawbridge with train under full control, so as to enable them to stop within a distance of forty feet. Be sure your brake is in working order by testing it at least four hundred feet from the draw. Stop targets are located on either side of the drawbridge, and all trains must come to a full stop at the same, and not proceed until the proper signal is given. BRIDGE ENGINEERS. BRIDGE RULES. 1. Bridge Engineers will report to and receive instructions from the Master Mechanic. 2. They must keep the operating machinery of the draw clean and in good working order. They must keep up the air pressure in the accumulators, and be prepared on signal from boats to open the draw as promptly as possible, and close the same immediately after the passage of the boat. 3. They must keep an accurate record of the passage of all boats, and the time of opening and closing the draw, and forward the same to the Master Mechanic's Office each day. 4. Any disarrangement of the draw machinery, accident or collision to boats, or any unusual oc- currence of whatever nature, must be reported to the Master Mechanic immediately. 5. They must co-operate with the Tower Switch- men, and exercise the greatest care to see that danger signals are set at each end of the draw, and that there are no trains between the signal and the bridge before opening the same. 32 157. They must not run an engine in the ab- sence of the Engin eman without permission from the Master Mechanic or his subordinate officers, unless in some emergency they may be directed to do so by the Conductor or some officer in authority. 158. They must clean and polish their engines frequently and assist in making repairs when required. 159. Redding or unnecessary conversation while the engine is in motion is strictly forbidden. 33 FOREMEN OF CAR INSPECTORS. 160. Foremen of Car Inspectors report to and receive their instructions from the Master Me- chanic. 161. They must inspect all cars passing their stations, carefully examining the running gear and brake fixtures. They will make such repairs as may be required, and report to the Superintendent or Train Master and Master Mechanic those not fit for service. 162. They will see that all cars in service are properly washed, and that the interior fixtures are kept clean and in good repair. 163. When making repairs to cars standing on the main track or sidings, they must protect them- selves by displaying a red signal at each end of the train, to prevent the ears from being coupled to or moved by an engine or other cars. 34 SHOP CLERKS. 164. Shop Clerks report to and receive their instructions from the Master Mechanic. 165. They will obey all orders received from the Foremen of Shops, but must keep their accounts and make reports in the manner and form directed by the Auditor. 166. They must record the time made by each workman, specify the character of his labor, his rate of pay, and the time spent on each piece of work. 167. They must ascertain the weight and value of material used on each piece of work, and charge the same to its proper account. 168. They must keep a record of the time made by Enginemen and Firemen, their rates of pay, and the daily mileage of each engine. 169. They will receive from the Storekeeper and others a report of the oil and waste used, and of the fuel consumed, which they will record in the manner and form prescribed. 170. They w T ill have posted conspicuously in engine houses and L shops all orders issued by the Master Mechanic; also the monthly locomotive sheets. 35 TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT. SUPERINTENDENT. 171. The Superintendent of Transportation will report to and receive instructions from the General Manager, to whom all appointments, promotions, transfers and dismissals shall be referred for approval; will have a general supervision of the movement of trains, and will co-operate with the Master Mechanic in all matters pertaining to trans- portation. All orders and notices issued by him shall bear the approval of the General Manager, to whom a copy of each shall be forwarded. 172. He will be assisted by a proper force of subordinates, subject to the approval of the Gen- eral Manager, will keep him promptly and fully advised of all accidents and important and unusual occurrences in this department, and shall make no change in the running of trains without his authority. 173. He will keep a complete record of all employes in his department, and see that an accurate account of their time is kept by Train Despatchers. 36 174. He is hereby authorized to suspend any employe in his department for violation of rules, as may be in his judgment for the best interests of the Company, immediately reporting his action to the General Manager. He will also report to tin- General Manager, any infraction of the rules or neglect of duty on the part of Enginemen while on duty. 37 TRAIN MASTERS AND ASSISTANTS. IN ALL CASES OF DOUBT, TAKE THE SAFE SIDE. 175. Train Masters report to and receive their instructions from the Superintendent. Assistant Train Masters will be subject to the orders of both Superintendent and Train Master. 176. They will take charge of the division, or such portion of it as may be assigned them, in the name of the Superintendent, during his absence, and perform such duties as he may from time to time direct. 177. They must exercise a general supervision over, and are directly responsible for, all employes connected with train service, and will see that the Rules and Regulations are fully understood and observed by them. They may suspend them for neglect of duty or violation of rules, subject to the approval of the Superintendent. 178. They must report promptly to the Super- intendent all failures or neglect on the part of em- ployes, and anything that may come under their observation liable to interfere with the prompt and safe working of the road. 38 179. They must observe that transportation em- ployes are furnished with all the necessary signals, and use them strictly in accordance with the Rules. 180. They must give special attention to the prompt movement of trains and see that there is no unnecessary delay at stations, or in taking on fuel and water. 181. In cases of accident or serious detention to trains, they must proceed at once to the place and assist in removing the cause. They will see that every precaution is taken to insure the safety of approaching trains, and protect all property either in charge of or belonging to the Company. 39 TRAIN DESPATCHERS. IN ALL CASES OF DOUBT, TAKE THE SAFE SIDE. 182. Train Despatches report to and receive instructions from the Super intendent,Train Masters and Assistant Train Masters. 183. They have charge of the yard and sidings at stations where trains are made up, the move- ment of trains therein and of the yard force em- ployed at those points. 184. They are responsible for the expeditious and correct despatch of trains within the limits of the yard and the proper position of the switches. 185. They must carry out the orders of the Superintendent and Train Master in regard to the distribution of cars, the making up of trains, and apportioning them to the motive power furnished. 186. They must give the necessary directions for drilling and placing cars in proper positions in the trains, and see that they leave on time. 187. They must see that Enginemen and Train- men are ready for duty at the prescribed time, and have all the time-tables, signals, lamps, and other fixtures required by the rules for the safety and proper management of their trains. 40 188. They must not permit a train to start with an Engineman,Conductor or Guard who is unfit for duty, nor fail to report the fact, at once, to the Superintendent or Train Master. 189. They must see that the yard is kept in good order, that cars passing are properly in- spected, and those requiring repairs sent to the shop. 190. They must see that Train Clerks keep a record of the number of each engine and car arriv- ing at and departing from their stations, and that daily reports of the same are made in accordance with instructions. 191. They must report to the Superintendent or Train Master all violations of rules coming under their notice, and all engines or cars arriving in an injured condition or in bad order. 192. When accidents occur requiring the serv- ices of Trackmen, they will instruct Operators to notify them along the lines, over the signature of the Iioad Master. 41 TOWER AND HAND SWITCH- MEN. IN ALL CASES OF DOUBT, TAKE THE SAFE SIDE. 193. Switchmen will report to and receive their instructions from the Superintendent, Train Masters or Despatchers. 194. They will be under the immediate super- vision of the Train Masters of the Division to which they are assigned, and will obey all orders and signals in relation to the moving of switches and signals, and the movements of engines and trains given by the Despatcher, or by his instruction, in the yard, or at the point at which they may be on duty. 195. They are responsible for the safe passage of trains over switches in their charge, and as the duties require the closest attention, any neglect may cause serious accident. 196. They must keep the switches locked for the main track, except when passing trains to or from the main track. 197. They must always be on the watch for approaching trains, and give the safety signal if all is right. 42 198. They must carefully examine the condi- tion of the switches, keep them clear of snow or other obstruction and promptly report any defects to the Despatcher in charge. 191). When day and night Switchmen are em- ployed they must not leave their posts until prop- erly relieved or by permission of the Despatcher. 200. They shall not absent themselves from duty without the permission of the Superintendent or Train Masters, and shall apply for permission at such times as will admit of filling their places without inconvenience to the service. 201. They shall report daily to the Despatcher on duty at the point to which they are assigned, and during the hours of duty shall not leave their post without first notifying the Despatcher and obtaining relief. 202. They shall familiarize themselves with the signals on engines and trains designating class and destination, and with the general and special rules and regulations governing the train service of the Company. On the arrival or passage through the yard of extra or special trains and engines they will use extra care, and, unless previously notified, ask for information and instruction as to their move- ment and destination, and in cases of doubt will not throw signals or switches until the doubt is removed. 203. They shall not permit levers to be operated by any person unless properly authorized, and shall 43 not permit other than Officials of the road, or those employed in the maintenance of the apparatus, to enter the cabins. 204. During the hours of duty they shall not engage in any work other than that pertaining to the movement of signals and switches, and the cleaning of the apparatus and cabins. 205. On leaving duty they shall notify their relief of any special orders or instructions, or any defects observed in the switch and signal appli- ances, or changes therein. 206. They shall, as promptly as consistent with the safety to the movement of trains and engines, make the required movements in switches and sig- nals, and in such a manner as will prevent shaking of signal lamps and injury to the appliances. 207. They will carefully note the condition of lights during the night, also any unusual movement of switch and signal appliances, and will at once notify the person in authority at that point, or in his absence forward the information to the person in charge of their maintenance. 208. They will report to the Superintendent, Train Master, or Official in charge of the point to which they are assigned, all unusual occurrences or violation of the rules governing the passing of trains and engines over switches and by signals, giving such information as will properly locate the offence and offender. 44 209. During cold and stormy weather they will use extra vigilance in order to detect defects in switches and signals and their connections, and will, as frequently as the condition of the weather may require, at points where the appliances are not in constant use, throw the levers, in order to prevent the connections from freezing. 210. They will not be permitted to change or interfere in any manner whatever, with the me- chanism of the signal or switch appliances. 211. Switch towers, cabins and appliances must be kept in a clean and orderly condition, and entirely free from all matter not pertaining to the business of the Company. 45 CONDUCTORS AND GUARDS. IN ALL CASES OF DOUBT, TAKE THE SAFE SIDE. 212. Conductors and Guards report to and receive their instructions from the Superintendent of Transportation, Train Masters or Despatchers. 213. Conductors are responsible for the safety, regularity and proper care of their trains; for the conduct of their Guards; must know that they are instructed in and observe the rules for the venti- lation, heating and lighting of cars, and for signals, lamps, tools, etc., intrusted to their care. 214. They must see that their trains are kept on schedule time, that proper stops are made at all stations, and must confine the speed of trains within the allowed maximum. 215. Each must have a reliable watch, and regulate it by the clock in Despatchers' office at terminals; also, a full set of signals, and will dis- play and use them in the manner required by the rules. 216. Trainmen will report for duty at least fifteen minutes previous to the schedule time for starting, and as much earlier as may be required. 46 217. In all cases where Trainmen fail to report promptly for duty, they will lose a full day's time, and the Train Master or Despatcher on duty will replace them for a full day with extra Trainmen. 218. They will not leave their posts until prop- erly relieved. Whenever obliged to be absent, from sickness or other unavoidable cause, they must invariably report by telegraph or letter to the Train Master at least three hours before t reporting time. 219. They will examine the bulletin boards at terminal stations each day before going on duty. 220. If compelled by accident or other cause to move at unusually slow speed, to stop on the main track, or cross to opposite track, immediate action must be taken to secure the train, and all others nearing it, against the possibility of accident. Nothing will justify a collision between trains, and the prompt use of signals and obedience to the rides will prevent it. When every precaution has been taken to insure the safety of their own and approaching trains, Conductors will send intelli- gence from the nearest telegraph station to the Train Master or Despatcher. In foggy weather they will be governed by Rules Xos. 368 to 374. 221. Full reports in writing of all accidents, detentions and unusual occurrences must be made and sent to the Superintendent of Transportation. See Rule No. 17. 222. When a switch is changed, the Conductor must see that it is set right for the following train, unless it is in charge of a regular Switchman. 47 223. When stop-blocks are used they must in- variably be replaced after using the switch. 224. Great care must be taken to properly set brakes on all cars left on sidings. Engines and cars placed on middle tracks and sidings, must be run in far enough to fully clear the main or other adjoining tracks. 225. Conductors will see that hand-brakes are let off before train starts from yard or sidings, and that the brake shoes hang free. 226. Conductors will see that the bell cord is properly connected with the engine and through the train before starting, and that it is not detached from the engine or rear of train until arrival at its destination. 227. Conductors are not relieved from duty until their daily reports are fully, correctly and neatly made, and handed to the Train Clerk. 228. The post of the rear Guard is on the last car in the train, and he must never leave that car while the train is in motion except to protect it. He must be provided with and display the signals at the rear end of the train, strictly according to Eules. 229. Special attention must be given to the proper heating and ventilation of the cars, that a moderate temperature may be maintained. Con- ductors and Guards must see that the car gates are kept closed, and that no passengers stand on the platforms or get on or off the cars ivhile the train is in motion. 48 230. Trainmen will open and close the car gates and doors, and give special attention to the safe landing and receiving of passengers, and will not leave their gates until after the train has passed the station platform. 231. Conductors and Guards must close car gates before giving the signal to start. 232. Trainmen will distinctly announce inside the car the name of the next station twice; once as the train starts, and again when it arrives at the station. 233. They will be responsible for all packages, parcels, umbrellas, or other articles left in the cars by passengers. All such must be delivered promptly to the Despatches who will be account- able for their safe delivery at the Lost Property Depot. 23-4. They must not permit the car seats to be occupied with satchels or packages to the incon- venience of passengers. 235. They will see that car windows and blinds are in such position during the day, as will be conducive to the comfort of the passengers. 236. They must not place their feet on the window-sills of cars, or otherwise mar or disfigure the equipment in any way. 237. At all times when on duty they must wear the prescribed uniform of the Company, with BADGE ALWAYS US PLAIX SIGHT. 49 238. They must be respectful and considerate in their intercourse with passengers, giving them politely any information desired, and use every endeavor to contribute to their pleasure and com- fort, consistent with the rules of the Company and the rights of other passengers. 239. They must give their xame (as well as badge number), without delay or argument, to any passenger who may so request. 240. They must not turn down lights or ar- range window shades, etc., in lay up trains before passengers have disembarked. 241. They must conduct themselves in an orderly manner when using the waiting-rooms, and not render themselves a source of annoyance to the patrons of the road, by expectorating about the floor. 242. They must not permit drunken or dis- orderly persons to enter their trains, and will maintain good order among the passengers. 243. They must use good judgment and discre- tion in removing passengers from their trains for any cause, and whenever possible hand them over to the police for that purpose. 244. Unnecessary conversation with Trainmen or others, while on duty, is positively forbidden. 245. In case of heated journals, engine injec- tors or brakes not working, lack of steam or any other defects in the cars or engines that would 50 •nterfere with the proper and safe working of trains, Conductors will at once notify the Train Master and Despatcher by telegraph. 246. Should there be danger of a block or gap on the road, from the above or other causes, Con- ductors will at once discharge their passengers at the nearest station, take their train on the next siding, notify the Train Master and Despatcher of their action, and wait for orders. 247. Should any train be so disabled as to pre- vent it being run to a station, siding or destination, the Conductor will, at once, report to the Superin- tendent and Train Master, and state briefly, but pointedly, the exact situation and location. All Trainmen and other employes within reach will render prompt assistance in quickly and safely dis- charging the passengers and clearing the track. 51 TRAIN RULES. IN ALL CASES OF DOUBT, TAKE THE SAFE SIDE. 248. The Officers of the Fire Department in com- mand are authorized to stop trains from passing a fire near the road, whenever in their judgment the safety of trains or passengers is endangered. 249. For this purpose the aforesaid officers will detail men to place a red flag or light on each track, at a distance not less than 300 feet from the fire, and immediately notify the Agents at the nearest station in each direction, that the tracks are blocked by fire. It is understood, however, that they will not obstruct the tracks, or block the trains in any manner, when it can possibly be avoided. 250. Station Agents or Despatchers, on receiv- ing the above notice, will at once send signal "97," to all stations on the line, and instantly notify all Train Masters of the blockade. 251. Train Masters, on receiving such notice, will immediately send signal " 65 " to all stations in the event of the failure of the electric block signal. 252. Agents and Operators, on receiving signal u 97 99 or " 65," will immediately set red signals on tracks, and hold trains at their stations for further orders. 52 253. Whenever trains are blocked by fire sig- nals, or otherwise, each Conductor must see, per- sonally, that a red signal is instantly displayed at the rear of his train, to stop the following train. 254. In cases of blockade, Superintendent, Train Masters and Despatchers must immediately arrange to run trains to the best possible advantage and the accommodation of passengers. 255. Trains must not be run past any fire ad- jacent to the line, unless well assured that no dan- ger will be incurred to the train or passengers thereby, or without permission from the Officer of the Fire Department in command. 256. When tracks are cleared for the movement of trains, the Superintendent or Train Masters will notify Station Agents or terminal Operators, upon which Station Agents will be governed by the instructions for the operation of electric block signals. In the event of the failure of the electric block, signal " 6? 33 will be sent by telegraph to all stations. 257. All trains on main tracks must be drawn and not pushed, except in case of accident or other emergency, when a competent man must be sta- tioned on the rear end of the last car, with the bell cord in hand ready to give signal, and a man with a red signal sent back to flag the following train. No train must be backed until the follow- ing train has been notified and stopped. 258. Trains may be backed at stations only when absolutely necessary and ordered by the Con- 53 duct or; but in no case a greater distance than 25 feet, and never when the following train is less than one city block (200 feet) away. 259. In all cases when on the road, between ter- minal stations, when an engine or train is seen on the tracks less than 200 feet (one city block) ahead of a train in motion, the Engineer will immediately reduce speed and proceed with great caution until the track is clear. 260. Trains will not be allowed to exceed a speed of six (6) miles per hour in rounding sharp curves or crossing switches, and twelve (12) miles per hour on descending heavy grades. 261. The maximum speed must not exceed twenty-five miles per hour, but this will never be used while descending heavy grades, or while passing any switch or frog. Engineers and Con- ductors will confine the speed of trains within the maximum and according to the Rules. 262. Irregular engines or trains will be run only upon orders from the Superintendent of Transportation or Train Masters, but never at a rate of speed exceeding twenty-five miles per hour, unless by special orders from the above named officials. 263. Care must be taken to control the speed of trains at stations, terminals, junctions, curves and crossings, particularly in foggy or stormy weather. All trains must come to a full stop at junctions before crossing. 54 264. Trainmen must be at their posts on the platform, ready to apply the hand brakes instantly upon signal, while the train is in motion. They will not enter the cars until train has passed station platform, and only then as provided in the rules, or in the line of duty. 265. Trains must be kept at regular intervals as prescribed by the train schedules issued from time to time. 266. Trains are under the charge of Conductors thereof, except when the instructions given by them are in violation of the rules of this Company or of safety, in which cases both Conductors and Enginemen will be held responsible. 267. Whenever an engine is run over any por- tion of the road without a Conductor, the Engine- man thereof will be regarded as Conductor and will act accordingly. 268. All trains will be started by bell signal given by the Conductors, who must ride on the forward car. The rear Guard must ride on the rear car, and, after closing his gates will signal the middle Guard by ONE pull of the bell cord, upon which, and having closed his gates, the middle Guard will signal the Conductor by TWO distinct pulls of the cord. The Conductor will then start- the train by TWO strokes of the engine bell, having first closed his own gates. The foregoing signals apply to trains composed of less than five cars. In 55 running five car trains, signals will be given as follows : By the rear Guard, ONE distinct pull of the bell cord second " TWO " pulls " " first " THREE " " " Upon receiving the signal from the first Guard the Conductor will start the train by TWO strokes of the engine bell, having first closed his own gates. Conductors and Guards must not, under any cir- cumstances, give a signal before receiving a proper signal from the Guard next in the rear, nor before their own gates are closed. Where station gongs are in use Conductors must wait for the gong signal before starting trains. 269. The car gates must be closed BEFORE the "All Right" signal is given by Guards or the signal to start the train by the Conductor, and must not be opened until the train comes to a full stop at stations. 270. Trainmen will not allow passengers to get on or off trains while in motion, or to remain upon car platforms when there is standing room inside. Trackmen, and such other employes as may be designated, will be permitted to ride on the front and rear platforms only. 271. Trainmen must caution passengers who put their heads or arms out of car windows, and not permit disorderly or intoxicated persons to ride. 56 272. Smoking icill not be allowed in the cars or upon the car platforms. 273. Eighty (80) passengers is the maximum number to be taken aboard each car. 274. Enginemen and Conductors are required to compare time daily with the clock in Despatchers' office at terminals. 275. All accidents and detention of trains, failure in any way of the engines, or hazardous defects in the track or structure, must be reported promptly to the Train Master by telegraph. 276. Enginemen and Conductors are required to co-operate cheerfully with each other in all train work, and will be held equally responsible for the violation of any of the rules governing the safety of their trains, and for omitting any precaution for their protection, even if not provided for by the rules. 277. Promptness and good judgment are par- ticularly enjoined. 278. Engines must be stopped at stations so as to allow all car platforms to be used except those at each end of the train. Trainmen will apply the brakes promptly and regularly in case the vacuum brakes fail. 279. The doors, windows and gates at the for- ward end, and doors and gates at the rear end of trains, must be kept closed and locked. 57 280. The front doors of all cars must be kept closed in cold weather until the arrival of trains at stations. 281. The phrase "up-track" will be used to designate the east track, and " clown-track " the west track, on all lines. 282. In all cases of doubt or uncertainty, take the safe course and ku^t risks. 283. In laying up trains, night or day, the Con- ductor will station himself on rear platform of last car and signal the Engineer, having bell cord ready for immediate use in case hand or lamp signals are disregarded. The rear Guard will also station himself on rear platform, and middle Guard between third and fourth cars, ready to apply hand brakes in case of emergency. The entire crew will remain on the train until it is properly laid up. 284. Conductors will see that hand brakes are let off before trains start from yard or sidings. 285. Playing upon musical instruments and col- lecting or receiving compensation therefor, in this Company's trains, will not be allowed. 286. The sale of newspapers, periodicals, or mer- chandise of any description in this Company's trains will not be allowed. 58 STATION DEPARTMENT. GENERAL TICKET AGENT. 287. The General Ticket Agent will report to, and receive instructions from the General Manager, to whom all appointments, promotions, transfers and dismissals shall be referred for approval. He will have general supervision of Station Inspectors and Stationmen. He will be assisted by a proper force, subject to the approval of the General Manager, and will keep him promptly and fully advised of all accidents and important and unusual occurrences in this department. All orders and notices issued by him shall bear the approval of the General Manager, to whom a copy of each shall be forwarded. 288. He shall require a strict observance of such rules as are necessary to maintain the efficiency of the station service, and will enforce such penalty for violation of rules as may be, in his judgment, for the best interests of the Com- pany, immediately reporting his action to the General Manager. 59 STATION INSPECTORS. 289. There shall be one or more Inspectors for each line, who shall report, from time to time, to the General Ticket Agent and General Manager as directed. 290. They will have charge of all Agents, Gate- men and Porters, give special attention to their discipline, and see that they are in proper uniform at all times when on duty, with badges at- tached ix full view. They must report promptly all violations of this rule, and will, per- sonally, see to the cleanliness of stations, stairways, and platforms. 291. They will assign all extra men in case of absence of regular men, and forward a daily writ- ten report to the General Ticket Agent of all such assignments. 292. They will see that there is no waste of supplies, fuel, gas, etc., at stations. 293. They may suspend any stationman for dereliction of duty, intoxication, absence without permission or other cause which they may deem sufficient, and will send him to the General Ticket Agent for his action, with a written statement of the reasons for such suspension. BO 294. They will make a written statement to the General Ticket Agent whenever repairs to stations or station furniture and fixtures are required. 295. They will upon notification of accident or personal injury, proceed at once to the point indi- cated, examine thoroughly the condition of stair- ways and platforms, and report the result in writ- ing to the General Ticket Agent. 61 STATIONMEN. 296. Stationnien comprise Agents, Platforinraeii, Gatemen and Porters, and are appointed with the approval of the General Manager. 297. They will report to, and receive their in- structions from the General Ticket Agent. 298. They are under the immediate direction of the Station Inspector and will respect his orders in all matters pertaining to the care and cleaning of stations. 299. They will not be allowed to leave their station until properly relieved, nor absent them- selves during the prescribed hours of duty, nor alternate with each other without a special permit from the General Ticket Agent or Station In- spector. 300. When off duty they will not be allowed to spend their time visiting or loitering about stations. 301. They will notify the General Ticket Agent and Station Inspector at once of any change in their residence. 302. Vulgar or profane language, or disorderly conduct will not be allowed about the stations. 303. Loungers and disorderly or intoxicated persons will not be allowed upon the stations, stair- ways or platforms, and when offensive in manner, should be turned over to the Police. 62 304. Peddlers or newsboys, other than the regularly authorized news agents, will not be allowed about the stations. News agents will not be permitted to cry out their papers. 305. Stationmen when on duty must remain at their posts; Gatemen and Platformmen are forbid- den to loiter or lounge in the waiting-rooms between trains. Agents who permit them to do so, or fail to report them to the General Ticket Agent or Station Inspector therefor, will be held equally responsible. 306. No duplicate employes' passes will be issued. Stationmen who lose their passes must do without one for the balance of the month. 307. In all cases where passes are lost, station- men must make a written statement of the cir- cumstances and forward it to the General Ticket Office at once, in order that proper steps may be taken to collect it if presented for passage at any station. 308. Smoking will not be allowed on stations; Stationmen are expected to enforce this rule with- out giving offence to passengers. 309. Playing upon musical instruments, and collecting or receiving compensation therefor, at stations, is prohibited. 310. Lost articles must be sent to the Lost- Property Clerk. Gatemen, Platformmen and Porters must promptly deliver to the Agent all such articles for transmission. 6a STATION AGENTS. 311. Station Agents are responsible to the Gen- eral Ticket Agent for all tickets delivered to them, and to the Treasurer for all moneys received for their sale. 312. They will receive instructions pertaining to cash from the Cashier. 313. Agents are prohibited from selling tickets on credit. The terms are invariably cash. 314. Agents are not authorized to redeem tickets; but will refer applicants therefor to the General Ticket Office. 315. Tickets must be sold in their regular numerical order, but should any be sold through error out of their regular order, such sales must be included in the report for that day, with note " sold out of order 99 and, when such numbers are reached, note on subsequent statement, " reported on July 4th," or whatever the date may have been, in order that the contents of cancelling box may correspond with report. 316. Tickets when sold in quantities of less than ten (10) must be separated in order to pre- vent clogging the cancelling box. 317. Tickets must not be sold in quantities exceeding oxe hundred. If application is made for more, direct applicant to the General Ticket Office. 64 318. The Day and Night Agents on up tkack are designated as Nos. ] and 3 respectively; and those on the down" track as Nos. 2 and 4 re- spectively, and all reports and communications to the General Ticket Office must be so designated. 319. They will be responsible for the cleanly condition of ticket offices, station-rooms, platforms and stairways, must see that the Porter faithfully attends to the same, and will perform such other duties as may be assigned them from time to time. 320. They will be responsible for all station furniture, fixtures, books, stationery, telegraph in- struments, etc., intrusted to them, and will see that they are kept in good order. Agents are responsible for the condition of the station " Signal Lamps," and must see that they are ready for instant use. 321. They will promptly report to the General Ticket Agent by telegraph cdl train accidents, personal injuries, or unusual occurrences at or near their stations, and at first convenience forward a written report on the regular blank provided for that purpose, giving full particulars, and the names and addresses of witnesses. They will also promptly notify the Station Inspector and Surgeon of all cases of accident or personal injury. See Rule 17. 322. They will not allow advertisements, cir- culars, cards or posters of any description to be placed in or left about their station without orders from the General Manager or General Ticket Agent. 65 323. They will have charge of the books, papers and ticket offices of the Company, and of the property used, owned by or intrusted to the Com- pany in the transaction of business at their re- spective stations, and will be held responsible for their safe keeping and proper care; also for the de- portment of the employes of the Company at their stations. 324, They will be required, when on duty, to wear the full uniform prescribed by the Company. 325. They must become familiar with Rule No. 333 and see that the Gatemen are vigilant and strictly comply with the specific instructions given therein. 326. Agents and Gatemen will not allow passen- gers to enter with dogs, bulky baskets or bundles, but only with ordinary hand satchels, and such parcels as they can conveniently carry on their laps or under the seats, without inconvenience to other passengers. 327. Section 167 of the Sanitary Code of the Board of Health of the City of New York pro- hibits all persons from carrying or conveying, in or upon any passenger railroad car, any soiled or dirty articles of clothing or bedding, in baskets, bundles, or other packages. Agents will see that this is enforced, under penalty of arrest. 66 328. They must become thoroughly familiar with the instructions relating to the operating of the electric block signals. 329. When trains are blocked, Agents will im- mediately notify the entire line, display the card, "Line Blocked, etc. and sell no tiekets unless passengers insist on purchasing. When the block is raised they will immediately notify the line to that effect. 330. Agents nearest non-telegraph stations will notify such points of blockades by special mes- senger, in case the block signal fails, immediately upon receipt of signal "85. 55 331. Should a serious blockade occur, from accident or other cause, Station Agents and Oper- ators must immediately notify the nearest Train Master of the line and the General Manager and Superintendent of Transportation, stating location and facts; also furnish information to the track- men when requested. See Rules 250 and 252, 332. They are prohibited from selling tickets to persons who are not in a condition to take care of themselves, or whose conduct might endanger their lives, or make them a source of annoyance to others. 67 GATEMEN. 333 Gatemen will see that no one passes the cancelling-box without depositing a proper ticket, except the following :— Those who show a pass signed by the President, or the Vice-President and General Manager. United States Mail Messengers when in charge of mail bags. Chief of Police, Police Inspectors, Captains, Sergeants of Police and Precinct Detectives, either in uniform or upon presentation of badge while in citi- zen's clothes, and upon presenting, in all cases, certifi- cate signed by the Mayor, President of Board of Police Commissioners and Chief Clerk of the Police Depart- ment, and bearing the seal of the City. Also, Police- men in uniform only, when presenting certificate. Park Police Captains and Sergeants, either in uniform or upon presentation of badge while in citizen clothes, together with certificate signed by the Mayor, Vice-President of the Board of Park Commissioners and the Secretary of the Park Board, and bearing the seal of the City. Park Policemen, when in uniform only, upon presenting the certi- ficates above referred to. Firemen only when in uniform, and at the same time presenting certificates signed by the Mayor, President of the Board of Fire Commissioners and the Secretary of the Fire Department, and with the seal of the City thereon. Any violation of this rule will meet with imme- diate suspension or dismissal. 68 PLATFORM MEN. 339. Platf ormmen must always be at their posts on the platform ready to furnish necessary infor- mation, and must announce the destination of approaching trains. 340. They must stand at the car gates when trains stop, and see that no passengers enter until those so desiring have disembarked. 341. They must not open or close car gates, but must stand at their posts when the train starts, and remain there until it has left the station, except when necessary to prevent passengers boarding a moving train. 342. They must immediately report to the Sta- tion Agent the details of any unusual occurrence coming to their knowledge. See Eule 17. . 343. They must, at all times when on duty, wear the prescribed uniform, with badge in full view. 69 ELECTRIC BLOCK SIGNALS. INSTRUCTIONS TO STATION AGENTS AND OPERATORS. 341. This signal is intended to instantly notify every Agent on the line that a " block v has occurred, ► ' and the name of the station adjacent (or nearest) thereto. Should a train be unusually detained at or near any station, the Agent thereof will imme- diately turn the indicator to the figures 222 (which mean Line Blocked), push in the button and let go. After the instrument has registered (which can be determined by the sound) repeat the opera- tion once if the detention is on the up track. Should the delay be on the down track proceed as above, but repeat twice instead of once — in other words: Ring twice to indicate v/p track. Ring three times to indicate down track. Upon notification of the block, and its location, Agents will immediately notify the station force on the opposite side, giving necessary particulars. 70 Agents in rear of the block, and on the same track, will immediately have Gatemen notify all Conductors passing toward the point of detention, giving the location as well as any other informa- tion which may be obtained. Agents will display card " Line Blocked," in- form passengers of the block, and sell tickets only to those who decide to take the risk of delay. As soon as the line is clear and trains begin to move, the Agent at the point of detention will change the indicator to the figures 444 (which mean line is clear), push in the button and let go; then repeat the signal once. 71 INSTRUCTIONS TO CONDUCTORS. 34:5. Upon receiving notice from a Stationman that a block has occurred ahead of him, the Con- ductor and Guards will immediately notify passen- gers of the fact, giving them all the information pos- sible and proceed as near as practicable to the block, first allowing all passengers who desire to disembark an opportunity to do so at the nearest station, retain- ing only those who care to take the risk of delay. The detention of passengers in a train between stations should be avoided if possible. 72 TESTING THE CIRCUIT. 346. Daily, except Sundays, at 12 o'clock noon, a test of the Signal will be made from the Central Office (Superintendent's), when each Agent sig- nalled will be required to respond promptly. The Night Test will be made at 12 o'clock mid- night, the same rules governing both tests. When the test commences all Agents will give particular attention, and when their station is called will move the indicator to 222 and push in the button, giving the block signal. They will then move the indicator to 444, pusli in the button and give the clear signal, after which the indicator should be moved to the centre. After the test has been completed the test office will ring 555 and all boxes must be locked. The block signal recorded once indicates a test only. Should the line become broken from any cause, the main circuit would open and the local circuit close, causing the bell to ring once. In this case turn the switch to the right and inform the Cen- tral Office at once by telegraph and wait for in- structions. Testing for a break in the line is done by ground- ing north or south, using the plug right or left in the cut-out inside the box. Do not test for a break unless so instructed, as the testing of several at the same time would lead to complication. 73 The signal box must be kept locked at all times, with the key easy of access, and no one permitted to handle the instrument except the Agent on duty, or the Telegraph Lineman, who will ex- amine the boxes frequently. Do not meddle with any of the adjustments, but report any apparent defect to the Central Office. Before giving the block signal assure yourself that the line is really blocked, and be extremely careful to signal the correct number of times, in order not to register a block on the up track when it has occurred on the down track. Keep a record of all signals sent or received, noting date, time and length of time between block and clear signals, and forward report to General Ticket Agent without delay. 74 LOCATION AND NUMBERS OF ELECTRIC BLOCK SIGNAL BOXES. SECOND AVENUE LINE. SUPERINTENDENT'S (TESTING) OFFICE, 4. South Ferry., Desp'r Office. 3 Chatham Square (South). 4 Canal Street 5 Grand " 1-2 Rivington Street 1-3 First Street 1-4 8th " 1-5 14th " 2-1 19th " 2-2 23d " 2-3 34th " 2-4 42d " 2-5 50th " 3-1 South Ferry 3 Hanover Square 5 Fulton Street 1-2 Franklin Square 1-3 City Hall 1-4 Chatham Square 1-5 Canal Street 2-1 Grand " 2-3 \ Houston 2-4 9th " 2-5 14th " 3-1 18th << 3-2 23d " 3-3 28th " 3-4 34th " 3-5 57th Street 3-2 65th 3-3 70th ( < 3-4 75th i < 3-5 80th 4-1 86th { i 4-2 92d 4 < 4-3 105th ( < 4-4 111th « I 4-5 116th I ( 5-1 120th i ( .'5-2 127th ( ( Desp'rOffice.S-S 34th Street Ferry 6-4 42d " 4-1 Grand Central Depot 6-5 47th Street 4-2 53d " 4-3 59th " 4-4 67th " 4-5 76th " 5-1 84th " 5-2 89th " 5-3 98th " 5-4 106th « 5-5 116th " 6-1 125th " 6-2 129th " 6-3 THIRD AVENUE LINE. 75 LOCATION AND NUMBERS OF ELECTRIC BLOCK SIGNAL BOXES. CONTINUED. SIXTH AVENUE LINE. South Ferry,Desp'r Office. 3 Battery Place 5 Rector St., Desp'r Office. 1-2 Cortlandt Street 1-3 Park Place 1-4 Chambers Street 1-5 Franklin " 2-1 Bleecker " 2-4 8th Street 2-5 14th " 3-1 18th 3-2 23d " 3-3 28th " 3-4 33d " 3-5 42d " 4-1 South Ferry, Desp'r Office. 3 Rector Street . . . 5 Cortlandt Street 1-2 Barclay " 1-3 Warren " 1-4 Franklin " 1-5 Desbrosses " 2-1 Houston " 2-3 50th Street 4-2 53d Street Junction 4-3 58th " 4-4 8th Ave., 53d Street 4-5 59th Street 5-1 72d " 5-2 81st " 5-3 93d " 5-4 104th " 5-5 116th " 6-1 125th " 6-2 135th i( 6-3 145th " 6-4 155th ( ' 6-5 Christopher Street 2-4 14th Street 2-5 23d " 3-1 30th " 3-2 34th " 3-3 42d " 3-4 50th " 3-5 59th " Desp'r Office. 4-1 NINTH AVENUE LINE. TO TELEGRAPH OPERATORS. 347. Operators in Transportation Department will report to, and receive instructions from the Superintendent of Transportation. Operators in Station Department will report to, and receive instructions from the General Ticket Agent, in all matters pertaining to station service; but in the event of obstruction to the wires or failure of tele- graph instruments, all Operators will report imme- diately to the Superintendent of Transportation. 348. They are required to be constantly on duty during business hours, and will not leave the offices without permission. 349. When emergencies arise requiring extra service, Operators are expected to render it cheer- fully. 350. They are not allowed to take students or to leave their offices in charge of other Oj>erators, without permission from the proper authority. 351. Under no circumstances will the use of improper language or profanity be permitted over the wires. 352. They must not receive messages to be transmitted, unless signed by an Officer, Agent or emplove, except when such messages are answers to those previously sent. They must consider all messages strictly confidential, and will not permit them to be read by any persons other than those to whom they are addressed, nor make their con- tents the subject of conversation or remark. 77 353. The telegraph must not be used for the transmission of communications which may be sent by train without detriment to the Company's interests. 354. All messages sent and received must be dated and timed, and have written upon them the initials of the Operator sending and receiving them. Messages sent must be preserved for reference, and those received must be delivered promptly, copies of the latter being retained for filing. 355. Operators will keep Special Orders and Instructions filed in regular order and ready for immediate reference. 356. When a train order is received they must immediately repeat it back. When the sender responds "0. K., v they will deliver it to the -Conductor. Train orders must have written on them the name of the Operator, office, date and time received, and must not be erased or changed in any respect. 357. All Operators are instructed, upon receipt of a general telegraphic order regarding the movement of trains, or of any other nature, to have a copy of such order promptly delivered to the Agent on the opposite track and Agents of non-operating stations nearest them. 358. In transmitting messages no abbreviations must be used except in office communications. Care should be taken to punctuate properly, and, in case of obscure or difficult words, the trans- mission must be slow and distinct. If an error seems likely to occur, the questionable word or words must be repeated after the signature. 78 359. Operators must not permit any persons, whether employes of the Company or not, to frequent their offices, except linemen in the dis- charge of their duties. 360. Operators will adjust their instruments carefully, particularly in wet weather, and see that no one is writing before opening the keys. 361. Contention for circuit will not be per- mitted. Should the circuit be interrupted while an Operator is writing he will stop immediately to ascertain the cause. If it be another Operator breaking, unless the one who breaks says "27" (this has preference over all other business), or "25 99 (testing circuit), or " 55" (this dispatch is of great importance), the Operator who is writing will say "10" (close your key, you are breaking others), and close his key. If the request is not complied with, he will keep his key closed without inter- ruptions, and report the case to the proper authority in writing. 362. Should the circuit be interrupted for ten minutes at a time, Operators will put on ground wire to determine the direction of the trouble, and if circuit can be obtained, will notify the terminal office and take off the ground wire immediately, unless there is business to send or receive. In case the circuit continues interrupted they will put on the ground wire at intervals of twenty (20) minutes, for business or instructions, but must never leave the ground wire on after they have finished working. 79 363. All Operators will make frequent examina- tions of the wires leading to their switches, instru- ments, etc., and see that they are in good order and perfectly secure. They must keep the instru- ments clean and in good working order, but must not take them apart, change their location, nor alter the arrangement of the wires, except by special permission of the Superintendent of Trans- portation, who must always be notified when repairs of any character are required. 361. The General Manager's Office will have preference of circuit, except as hereinafter indicated. 365. The signal "55" will entitle any office giving it to the circuit for the sending of any important message requiring immediate delivery, or any important train report, but will always be subordinate to the signal "27/* 366. The signal "27" will entitle any office giving it to the circuit. Persons having authority to move trains by telegraph shall have the exclu- sive right to direct the use of this signal, and Operators must never make use of it except when so directed, or when an accident has occurred necessitating a prompt report. 367. At one minute before 12 o'clock each day all other business will be suspended for the purpose of sending the time. At precisely that moment the Operator who is to send time will commence beating seconds with his key, and continue to do so until 12 o'clock. At precisely 12 o'clock he will commence signing "i, v "i/' which he will continue to repeat for one minute, and then sign. 80 TELEGRAPH FIGURE SIGNALS. 1 Means — - W ait a minute. 2 ft uri\e me me coneci time. 4 (£ here shall I proceed ? 5 (6 I have a message for you. "SIX"" xiaii-nourij mgni upeiaioi s can. 8 i( Am busy on another wire. 9 Answer immediately by wire. 10 Close your key. u _L/U \OU UnU.cifcLclJJ.Ll . 23 (6 The following for you and others. 25 (( Testing Circuit. 27 a This has preference over all other business. (Can only be used by UllILlcllto. t 31 u How do you understand ? 32 u I understand that I am to — 55 u This dispatch is of great importance. 65 Is used— -To stop all trains for orders (See General Rule No. 252.) 67 (c To start trains when track is clear. (See General Rule No. 256.) 97 u In case of fire along the line. (See General Rules No. 250 to 256.) 85 Means — " Line blocked/' and is to be used in accordance with Rules 329, 330 and 331. Nos. 31 and 32 are used for train orders only, when issued from Train Master's Office. 81 TELEGRAPH CALLS. General Manager's Office, No. 71 Broadway. Call " B. M." General Offices, No. 71 Broadway, Call "G. 0." Master Mechanic's Office, 98th St. and 3d Ave., Call "I W." Superintendent's Office, South Ferry, Call "Su." EASTERN DIVISION. SECOND AVENUE LINE. CALLS. 1 South Ferry, ... . SF 2 Hanover Square, . . . HS * 3 Fulton Street, DX 4 Franklin Square, . . . . KS 5 Chatham Square, Despatched Office, . SO 6 Canal Street, .... BA 7 Grand Street, B 8 Rivington Street, . . . . BY 9 First Street, . . . . X 10 Eighth Street, .... IV F 11 Fourteenth Street, .... KY 12 Nineteenth Street, . . . >YN 13 Twenty-third Street, . . . DE 14 Thirty-fourth Street, . . . WB 15 Forty-second Street, Z 16 Fiftieth Street, .... FX 17 Fifty-seventh Street, . . . .BO 18 Sixty-fifth Street, . . . . NK 19 Sixty-fifth Street Yard, . . . DU 82 SECOND AVENUE LI N E — con tinued, calls- 20 Seventieth Street, BD 21 Seventy-fifth Street, . . . CX 22 Eightieth Street, BX 23 Eighty-sixth Street, . . . . EY 24 Ninety-second Street, . . . DR 25 Ninety-eighth Street Yard, . . G 26 One Hundred and Fifth Street, . JR 27 One Hundred and Eleventh Street, . YH 28 One Hundred and Sixteenth Street, . QU 29 One Hundred and Twentieth Street, . JO 30 One Hundred and Twenty-seventh Street, Q 31 One Hundred and Twenty-ninth Street, 3d Avenue, . . . . NS 32 Train Master's Call, . Q 33 Inspector's Call, .... FN 34 Lineman's Sign, .... NF THIRD AVENUE LINE. CALLS. 1 South Ferry, SF 2 Hanover Square, . . . . HS 3 Fulton Street, DN 4 Franklin Square, .... KS 5 City Hall, PO 6 Chatham Square, .... CH 7 Chatham Square, Despatched Office, . SO 8 Canal Street, .... CN 9 Grand Street, OD 10 Houston Street, .... HN 11 Ninth Street, NI 12 Fourteenth Street, . . . UK 13 Eighteenth Street, . . . GS 14 Twenty-third Street, . . . WD 15 Twenty-eighth Street, . . . NB S3 THIRD AVENUE LI N E CONTI nued. CALLS. 16 Thirty-Fourth Street, . . . HR 17 Thirty-fourth Street Ferry, . . FY 18 Forty-second Street, . . . JN 19 Grand Central Depot, . . . GC 20 Forty-seventh Street, ... FA 21 Fifty-third Street, . . . .BR 22 Fifty-ninth Street, ... HIT 23 Sixty-seventh Street, .... AM 24 Seventy-sixth Street, . . . DK 25 Eighty-fourth Street, . . . YG 26 Eighty-ninth Street, ... XN 27 Ninety-eighth Street, Despatchers Office, G 28 One Hundred and Sixth Street, . . P 29 One Hundred and Sixteenth Street, . F 30 One Hundred and Twenty-fifth Street, . MS 31 One Hundred and Twenty-seventh Street, 2d Avenue, .... Q 32 One Hundred and Twenty-ninth Street, NS 33 Lost Property Room, . . . . PY 34 Train Master's Call, . . . NS 35 Inspector's Call, . . . . JN 36 Lineman's Sign, . . . . >F WESTERN DIVISION. SIXTH AVENUE LINE. CAXL8. 1 South Ferry, DO -2 Battery Place, .... BP 3 Hector Street, Y 4 Cortlandt Street, . . . . NP 5 Park Place, GI 6 Chambers Street, .... CR 7 Franklin Street, . . . .OB 84 SIXTH AVENUE LI N E — CONTINUED. CALLS. 8 Grand Street, KI 9 Bleecker Street, . . . . BS 10 Eighth Street, MC 11 Fourteenth Street, . . . . FH 12 Eighteenth Street, KU 13 Twenty-third Street, .... WY 14 Twenty-eighth Street, RU 15 Thirty-third Street, .... J 16 Forty-second Street, FD 17 Fiftieth Street, HD 18 Fifty-third Street Junction, . . JC 19 Fifty-eighth Street, .... X 20 Fifty-third Street, .... RD 21 Fifty-ninth Street, . . . .CP 22 Seventy-second Street, . . . DA 23 Eighty-first Street, . . . .MY 24 Ninety-third Street, BN 25 One Hundred and Fourth Street, . WK 26 One Hundred and Sixteenth Street, . SX 27 One Hundred and Twenty-fifth Street, . AC 28 One Hundred and Thirty-fifth Street, DW 29 One Hundred and Forty-fifth Street, . WR 30 One Hundred and Forty-fifth Street, Shop, ..... DX 31 One Hundred and Fifty-fifth Street, . AF 32 Engine Despatcher's Office, 155th St., AB 33 Lost Property Room, PY 34 Train Master's Call, .... HM 35 Inspector's Call, .... RD 36 Lineman's Sign, . . . . NF 85 NINTH AVENUE LINE, CALLS. 1 South Ferry, DO 2 Battery Place, . . . . BP 3 Rector Street, RO 4 Cortlandt Street, .... BY 5 Barclay Street, ..... R 6 Warren Street, . . . . RA 7 Franklin Street, . . . . RN 8 Desbrosses Street, . . . . CS 9 Houston Street, . . . H 10 Christopher Street, W 11 Fourteenth Street, . . . . UN 12 Twenty-third Street, ... NY 13 Thirtieth Street, . . . .MO , 14 Thirty-fourth Street, RH 15 Forty-second Street, . . . . SY 16 Fiftieth Street, .... FS 17 Fifty-ninth Street, .... CP 18 Fifty-ninth Street, Despatched Office, HM 19 Engine Despatched Office (155th St.), AB 20 Train Master's Call, . . . HM 21 Inspector's Call, . . . .NY 22 Lineman's Sign, .... NF 86 RULES TO BE OBSERVED IN FOGGY WEATHER, 368, Should foggy weather be indicated, Fog- men will report immediately at their respective stations for fog duty and remain there until other- wise ordered by the Supervisor. Should the fog occur at night, the night Supervisor will immedi- ately notify each Fogman to report for duty without delay. 369, Each Fogman will be provided with a red and a green flag for day service, and at night with a red and a green light. These flags and lamps must be kept ready for use at all times and easy of access. 370, Fogmen will notify Enginemen of ap- proaching trains the number of minutes the pre- ceding train is ahead of them by holding up their fingers, each finger indicating one minute. When the green signal is displayed at night, Enginemen will slow up sufficiently to learn from Fogmen the interval between their own and the preceding train. Each Fogman must be in possession of a reliable watch. 371 , Should five or more minutes elapse between trains it can be reasonably assumed that the pre- ceding train is far enough ahead to warrant the 87 Fogman in giving the Engineman a clear or go ahead signal. Should it become necessary for the Fogman to stop a train, he will immediately notify Engineman and Conductor to go ahead slowly, expecting to find a train ahead, will at once flag the following train, and notify the Engineman and Conductor of the cause of delay; he will then return to his original position to assist in any EMERGENCY WHICH MAY ARISE. Conductors being flagged, will immediately see that the rear end of their respective trains are properly protected by the Rear Guard, who will at once go back with a red flag or lamp at least 500 feet, or two (2) city blocks, flag the following train and notify the Engineman and Conductor to proceed slowly; he will then return to his own train. 372, Under no condition will the Rear Guard return to his train until he has flagged the fol- lowing train or is recalled by four distinct blasts of the whistle. 373, Engineers having been flagged between stations will, under no circumstances, recall Rear Guard until arrival at the next station, as in that event the train will again be protected by the Fogman. Four blasts of the whistle recalls the Rear Guard. 374, Enginemen being flagged in foggy weather will take on flagman and proceed with great caution, approaching the preceding train as near as possible. 88 FOG SIGNAL STATIONS SECOND AVENUE LINE. TOTAL OF 25 MEN. Division & Market Streets 1 Man, South Track. " & Allen Streets Curve ... 1 " North " 1st Street 1 " 1st " 1 " South 23d " & 2d Avenue Curve . . 1 " 23d " & 1st " " .. 1 " North " 42d il 1 " 42d " 1 " South 50th " 1 £< Centre " 65th " 1 North 65th " 1 (< South 75th " 1 " 86th " 1 " 86th l( 1 " North " 92d