Enamel notice, North Eastern Railway, re level crossings

Enamel notice, North Eastern Railway, regarding level crossings, black letters on white background

The text of this warning sign reads:

This level crossing is PRIVATE any person using it not being duly authorised is liable to a penalty of 40s/- Any person omitting to shut and fasten the gates after passing through them is liable to a penalty of 40s/- C N Wilkinson, Secretary.