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On 17th November, 1896, the Vestry had before them a letter from the Assistant
Secretary, Local Government Board, stating in reply to the Vestry's letter re water analysis,
that the Board had considered the suggestion made in such letter, but could not arrange
for the analysis of samples of water which might be sent to them by the local authorities
of the Metropolis.
Water Troughs.
On 19th January, 1897, the Vestry Resolved—That the water trough in Neptune Street
be moved lower down the street between Messrs. Brandram's gates and Moodkee Street, and
that the Clerk notify the Metropolitan Drinking Fountain Association accordingly.
On 2nd February, 1897, the Vestry had before them a letter from the Secretary,
Metropolitan Drinking Fountain and Cattle Trough Association, expressing the hope that
the Vestry would cause the work of the removal and re-erection of the trough in Neptune
Street to be done without cost to the Association, its funds being at a low ebb.
Resolved—(Mr. Mortimer, Mr. Buhner)—That the Association be informed that the
Vestry are prepared to incur the expense of removing the trough in question.