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Fines were inflicted in 10 cases; in one the summons was
not proceeded with, the "underground room in respect of
which the summons was taken out being discontinued for
use as a separate dwelling; a closing order in respect of
insanitary premises was made with 6s. costs; an order for
payment of an outstanding account for paving works was
also made; in two cases the defendants were dismissed
with a caution; one summons in respect of overcrowding
was withdrawn, the property having changed hands and
the costs being paid ; a summons was withdrawn in respect
of an account for paving works, the amount in question
with costs having been paid ; and a summons in respect of
adulteration was dismissed with costs.
In addition to the above-mentioned summary cases, proceedings
have been taken against certain persons concerned
in the management of brothels.
DISORDERLY HOUSES.
Several prosecutions for keeping disorderly houses have
been undertaken during the year on the complaints of
ratepayers, and a conviction was obtained in each case.
In some cases, where circumstances did not appear to
render legal proceedings necessary or expedient, notice was
given to the responsible parties, with the effect of causing
a discontinuance of the annoyance.
The Vestry desire it to be understood that they are prepared
to take legal proceedings against keepers of disorderly
houses on complaint being made to them, and on two ratepayers
undertaking to produce material evidence sufficient
to justify a prosecution.