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2 OCTOBER, 1891.
147
XV. Mr. Catmur, pursuant to notice, moved—That, in order to
give opportunity for every Vestryman to obtain some useful
acquaintance with the details of the various works he has been
elected to assist; and also, as an arrangement which will tend
to better regulation of discussion, and a saving of time at the
full Board Meetings; it is expedient that if, and as, the several
Committees may choose and determine, they should admit,
at their entire discretion, Vestrymen who are not members
of their Committee to sit with them and watch the business.
There being no seconder, the motion was not put.
XVI. Mr. Steadman, pursuant to notice, moved, and it was
seconded by Mr. Peacock—That, in the opinion of this Vestry,
the Road Sweepers, Dustmen, and all workmen in their employ,
should cease work at one o'clock p.m. on Saturdays,
without any deduction in wages.
The Chairman put the motion to a show of hands and there
were
In favour 3 votes,
Against 19 „
The Chairman declared it lost.
XVII. Mr. Steadman, pursuant to notice, moved—That the
Resolution passed by this Board in July, 1889, in reference
to standard rate of wages, be inserted in all advertisements for
Contracts.
There being no seconder, the motion was not put.
XVIII. Moved by Mr. A. Lloyd seconded and resolved—That
the Vestry do now adjourn and that thanks be voted to the
Chairman.
The meeting then separated.
Signed J. LOFTUS.
CHARLES LACEY.