BROKEN BOTTLES
THE fact that broken bottles were to be found at various times in all parts of the Borough was mentioned by the Mayor, Mr B. S. Barry, at last Monday evening's meeting of the Borough Council. This statement can be verified by hundreds of other residents who have viewed the shattered beer bottle glass, on the roadways, footpaths and reserves of this town with growing indignation. Now, the Borough officials are forced to clear a section of the harbour front of broken glass,, in order to remove the menace before the children start swimming again. We learn of the damage done by organised groups of young hooligans who deliberately smash milk bottles placed at gateways and entrances for collection by the milk vendor. Dozens have been smashed by this means—the thoughtless acts of young louts who seem to view their perverted action in the light of 'fun.' Apart from the senseless waste, the danger to both wheeled traffic and to pedestrians (particularly children) cannot be over-emphasised and a few examples in the court would do much to put it down.
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Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 7, Issue 23, 12 November 1943, Page 4
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182BROKEN BOTTLES Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 7, Issue 23, 12 November 1943, Page 4
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