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We have much pleasure in stating that what seems a verythorough
system of cheeking the accounts has now been
inaugurated, and in assurance thereof we do allow and sign
the accounts.
At the same time, we would suggest that as much of the
clerical work as possible, and particularly as regards cash
transactions should be done at the office of the Board.
In the Charities Accounts, we have to report a similar
circumstance to that stated in the report of our immediate
predecessors one of the Distributors (Mr. Bellis) has furnished
no receipts or statement of the disbursement of money placed
in his hands for distribution. From what information we
could gather, we are satisfied that the Annuitants have been
paid, but the sum of £11 0s 0d. of the Samaritan Gift has
not been distributed.
We notice that in several instances the recipients of the
Samaritan Gift have received from more than one Distributor,
and we think that care should be taken to spread the benefit
as widely as possible.
In conclusion we beg to acknowledge the courtesy of the
Clerks who have attended upon us during the Audit, and to
express our entire satisfaction with and approval of the
business like manner in which the accounts of the various
departments are kept.
JOHN COCHRANE, {Chairman.)
GEORGE FOSTER.
FREDERICK W. NORMAN.
WILLIAM DAVIS.
WILLIAM BRENCHLEY.