19 MAY 1917, Page 3

How far the omnibus strike is really connected with the

engineers' strike remains obscure. In any case, the inconvenience caused to the public is a good deal less than one might have anticipated, and it is being met distinctly with a light heart. There is no call amongst the mass of Londoners for a surrender. On the other hand, it is understood that from one point of view the authorities regard the strike with a good deal of equanimity, owing to the very large savings effected in petrol. The petrol supply at the moment is said to be particularly low and the 'buses are great users. A week's supply saved in this direction may get those responsible out of a very difficult position.