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were then in existence should he taken over at a valuation. He
had learned from the mover of the resolution himself that no
practical progress beyond the mere passing of the resolution had
been gained.
It was moved by Mr. J. Fergusson, seconded by Mr. J. Lane,
and
Resolved unanimously—That the cordial thanks of the
Vestry be given to Sir Walter de Souza for his attendance
and prompt information in this matter.
Debate on the original motion being resumed,
An amendment was moved by Mr. C. Stone, and seconded by
Mr. T. Rintoul,
That in the opinion of this Vestry the information now
before it is not sufficient to enable it to form an opinion
on the merits of the scheme for the re-construction of the
Public Baths and Public Library.
Debate ensuing,
Mr. Stone asked leave to withdraw his amendment.
It was moved by Mr. W. Davis, seconded, and
Resolved—That Mr. Stone have leave to withdraw his
amendment.
The amendment was withdrawn accordingly.
A second amendment was thereupon moved by Mr. J. Margrie,
and seconded by Mr. A. Wright,
That the Scheme be referred back to the Finance Committee
to confer further with the two Commissions, with a view
to issuing advertisements for plans from architects, and
for tenders for the work.
Further debate ensuing,
The mover of this amendment asked leave to withdraw the
same.
It was thereupon moved by Mr. W. H. Baker, seconded by
Mr. T. J. White, and
Resolved—That Mr. Margrie have leave to withdraw his
amendment.
The amendment was withdrawn accordingly.
It was moved by Mr. T. J. White, and seconded by Mr. J. H.
Pugh,
That the debate be now adjourned to this day month.
Upon the motion being put to the vote, there were
For it 20
Against it 25