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of water caused a subsidence along that part of the road
which lay over the main laid down by the Chartered
Gas Company some five years ago, for at least 50 yards
on each side of the fracture.
The Water Company denied their liability, and proceedings
had to be taken before a Magistrate for penalties
under the Act, but the decision of the Magistrate
being against them and the Vestry assenting the Company
subsequently properly reinstated the damaged
part.
The old sewer in the Mile End Road, between Stepney
Green to Globe Road, (having become in parts
unsafe) has been broken up.
On the 11th July last, one of the most violent thunder
storms that had been witnessed for years burst over the
Metropolis, inflicting considerable damage in many parts
of the Hamlet by causing the overflow of the drains in
the basements of houses.
The main sewers, which are quite sufficient in all ordinary
cases, undoubtedly were not equal to the task of
carrying off the immense volume of water which fell,
and the Vestry express their sincere regret at the
losses which have been sustained, but it is obvious that
such a contingency could not be provided for except at
an immense expense.
The contract for horses, carts, and drivers shews
increased rates.
The tender of Mr. Mansfield, for the removal of dust
for the ensuing year was accepted, and there is an increase
of £205 over the price for last year.
A list of all the contracts entered into will be found
at the end of the abstract of accounts.
The necessary orders of the Metropolitan Board of
Works have been received for re-numbering and abolish-
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