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"Clive D. W. Feather" wrote:

In article , Graeme Wall
writes
So we agree that they do use public transport, just not all varieties.
Not really, special arrangements are made, they get platform and lounge
space for themselves, the first class coach or section of cabin is for
their use only. That can hardly be sensibly referred to as using public
transport in the sense that everyone else does.

In the late 19th century, you could turn up at a station, proffer the
requisite amount, and have a carriage dedicated to yourself or even have
a special train run at your command. Is that public transport? After
all, it's open to any person able to pay the (documented) fare.


Even now certain people can have a special train run for them if they pay the
appropriate charge.

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