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97
4 DECEMBER, 1889.
opinion, in their present condition, unfit for human
habitation.
I am, etc.
(Signed) T. TAYLOR,
Medical Officer of Health.
Moved by Mr. Kerwin and seconded by Mr. Richardson—
That the resolution of the Vestry of the 23rd October last,
viz.: "That if at the expiration of the month the works
ordered have not been carried out, immediate steps be taken
to close the houses," be carried out.
Moved by Mr. Henley seconded by Mr. Furness as an
mendment—That the further consideration of the matter be
adjourned until this day fortnight.
After discussion Mr. Henley by consent withdrew his
amendment.
Moved by Mr. Cushen seconded by Mr. Henley as an
amendment—That the matter be referred to the Surveyor to
prepare a plan and specification of the works required, and an
estimate of the cost thereof, and that the Surveyor report
thereon to the next meeting of the Vestry.
The Chairman submitted the amendment to a show of hands
and there appeared
In favor 22 votes.
Against 19 „
A division was demanded and upon such division there
appeared
In favor of the amendment—Messrs. Andrews, Birks, Bull,
Burge, Coker, T. Cook, Cushen, Furness, Hasted, Henley,
R. Kemp, Loftus, Lyon, Lyons, Macve, Martin, W. Musto,
Osborn, Porcas, Proops, Taylor, Thomas, Upton.—23 votes.
Against the amendment—Messrs. Bandey, Baxter, Booth,
J. Brown, Browning, Cade, Calton, Dinn, A. Druitt, E. Kemp,
Kerwin, Livermore, McEwen, Moore, J.J. Musto, Ockelford,
Peacock, Richardson, Roberts, Schweitzer.—20 votes.
The Chairman declared the amendment carried.
Moved by Mr. Peacock and seconded by Mr. Richardson as
an amendment—That proceedings be taken under the
Nuisances Removal Acts, to get the houses closed immediately.
The amendment was submitted to a show of hands and
there appeared
In favor 19 votes
Against 22 „
The Chairman declared the amendment lost, and then submitted
Mr. Cushen's motion to a show of hands and there
were
In favor 22 votes
Against 20 „
The Chairman declared it carried and it was resolved
accordingly.