The Gisborne Times. PUBLISHED EVERY MORNING. GISBORNE, MAY 23, 1901. DRAINAGE SCHEME.

Gisborne Times, Volume V, Issue 114, 23 May 1901, Page 2

The Gisborne Times. PUBLISHED EVERY MORNING. GISBORNE, MAY 23, 1901. DRAINAGE SCHEME.

The report of Mr Mestayer on a scheme for the drainage of Gisborne is to hand. It is a voluminous report, and goes deeply -into the whole subject of drainage, and the relative value of the different systems. The following is Mr Mestayer’s t>wn summing up of his recommendations (1) That the town be sewered on the separate system, and that on no account should storm water from any roads, streets, or unpaved yards be allowed to enter the sewers. (2) That in exceptional cases the rain water from back roofs and paved backyards in the more densely populated areas may bo admitted into the sewers, if it cannot be otherwise dealt with without rendering the premises insanitary'. (3) That until a water supply scheme is carried out the sewers should discharge into the Taruheru river and the Waikanae creek. (4) That as soon as conditions admit of the change being made, the watercarriage system should be adopted, and the pan system be abolished. (5) Until this time arrives, the present system be improved by more frequent collection of the pans, their thorough disinfection after use, and a frequent inspection made of all premises, combined with prompt removal of all rubbish, especially of such as is liable to decompose and become offensive. . . (6) That when the watot.carriage system is in force, Snone’s pneumatic sewerage system be adopted.. (7) That the sewage be got rid of in the simplest and most direct manner, either through a tank into Poverty Bay, or possibly into the sea at Wainui, if all the suburbs are included.

The total cost of the complete work is set down at £29,250, including 12A per cent, to cover contingencies, engineering and legal expenses. Of the amount set down £16,750 would not bo necessary until the water supply is in force. These items are : Engines, air compressors, ejectors, iron mains, engine-house, and cottage, £l 5,000; tank and outfall sewer, £1750. Mr Mestayer states : —“ The cost of the sewers proposed, as shown by full lines on the plan, I estimate at about £12,500, including all manholes, lampholes ; but inclusive of the 4-inch drains to the various properties, if these arc laid by the Council, the cost will be increased by about £2OOO. In most towns, however, it is usual for property owners to bear the entire cost of the house drains from the main sewer. In ordor to avoid disturbance of the traffic so far as is possible, no sewer is proposed to be laid in Gladstone road bot'weon Read’s quay and Derby street, all premises facing Gladstone road along this portion of it being drained from the back.” The foregoing shows that the total cost of a system that would drain into .the Taruheru river and the Waikanae x would be £14,500, assuming that the Council paid for the house drains from the main sewers. The great objection that will at once be raised to the scheme is the provision for draining Uto the river and the Waikanae creek. In regard to the latter especially would strong objection be raised, the tidal influence being so sluggish. Much complaint is made of the comparatively small amount of drainage that is allowed to flow into the Taruheru river. Mr Mestayer L in his report does not fgyor making use of the Waikanae beach as an outlet, as it would be too expensive; the pipes would have to be carried out 200 feet b eyond low water mark, and there is a sandy beach exposed to the full force of the southerly swell. It would be early yet-to pass judgment on the scheme. There is no doubt that it will be disappointing to many people. One drawback is that the cost of the complete scheme is very heavy, and even to a lay mind it does not seem to offer such satisfactory results as might have been -expected. It is strange that Dr Mason should express himself quite satisfied with the proposal to dis- ■ charge the liquid refuse, eto., into the 1 Taruheru river and Waikanae creek, i even as a temporary measure. )

In order to allow our employes to Lave full benefit of the holiday, there will be no publication of the Times to-morrow (Victoria Day). Advertisements intended for insertion on Saturday morning will be received at the office to-morrow evening after six o'clock.

Mr and Mrs McPhail were passengers for Gisborno by the Zealandia from Dunedin, duo at Gisborne on Saturday.

A cyclist at Wellington recovered £59 11s arid eosfs from a man named Biggs, who drove his cart on the wrong side of the road, and caused an accident. The Gisborne Kifle Baud (late Whataupoko) advertise that all prizes in connection with the late Art Union not claimed before 31st Inst., will bo sold to defray expenses.

Captain Edwin wired at 12.46 yesterdays 11 Northwest to west and south gale; glass fall, but rise after’ 16 hours from now; tides high; weather colder, with rain.” ,

Two of the players in the Scinde-City football match' at Napier on Saturday afternoon received rather severe injuries as the result of “ bumps ” received during the course of the game. A. Petersen had one of "his legs fractured, while the other which resulted in'slight concussion of’tne brain,

Tenders are invited for painting the Roman Catholic Church at Ormond. Tenders close on Monday nest.

A meeting of the Ladies’ Committee of the Blair Benefit Fund will be held in the Native' Association Booms at four o’clock this afternoon.

Mr Barton, S.M., yesterday commented very strongly on perjury by Natives, the witnesses on one side or the other lying in a most deliberate way.

The Hospital Ball to be held in Messrs ■Williams and Kettle’s large wool store tomorrow evening will be the most attrac-

tive social function of the season. Messrs Wyllie and Mason will hold a special sale of drapery at their auction mart on Saturday and Monday next, particulars of which will be seen by advertisement.

Members of the Gisborne Bowling Club -are reminded that the green will be open for play to-morrow. Sides will be selected by the Secretary and Treasurer at 9.30 a.m. sharp.

Mr James McKee has a special advertisement in this issue with regard to a

large shipment of White Bose kerosene, which he has just received. Other liues are also referred to.

At a meeting of the Ballanee Tent, No. 12, 1.0.R.5.N., held last evening, it was decided to hold the postponed social evening on Thursday, June 6tli. It was previously postponed on account of Bro. F. E. Shugar’s death. There was a busy band of workers at Messrs Williams and Kettle’s wool shed last night, preparing for the Hospital Ball to-morrow night. The workers meet again to-night. To-morrow the ladies’ committee will be hard at work at the hall. A meteor of exceptional brilliancy lighted up the heavens last night for a few moments. The meteor flashed through space like a rocket, lighting up all around it, and before it vanished emitted detached balls of colored fire. A sale of pictures was held at Messrs Wyllie and Mason’s auction mart yester-day-afternoon on account of Mr J. Douglas Perrett. There was a large attendance, and good prices were reached. Between seventy and eighty pictures were disposed of at prices ranging from ten shillings up to 1211, tho latter figure being paid for a handsome painting of Lake Manapouri. A picture, givon by Mr Perrett towards the Blair benefit fund, was sold by Mr Wyllie. Competition was keen, and the painting, which was started at ten shillings, was purchased by Mrs Holden for £8 ss.

A congregational meeting of the members of the Presbyterian Church was held at Patutahi last evening. Mr Mossman presided. Tho Secretary read the report . and balance-sheet, which showed that the amount promised and the cash in hand for the new. church was £52 18s. The plans for the building were submitted to the meeting, and one was unanimously decided upon. The ladies were asked to form a committee to assist in the collection of funds. The following were appointed to tho committee : —Mesdames Mossman, McKenzie, Manson, Stewart, Nisbett, Morice, Misses Gedye, Douglas, and Bryson. Mrs Mossman was elected chairman of the committee, and Miss Douglas secretary. An effort is to be made to get the church erected within a period of six months, Those whose sympathies are with the movement should at once give their practical support. Mr W..A. Barton, S.M., presided at the Police Court yesterday. Thomas Gillman, a half-caste, and Pene Waru, a native, were charged with the theft of a slieep, the property of Andrew Beeves, of Tolago Bay. Sergeant Siddells conducted the prosecution, and Mr L. Bees the defence. Evidence, was given by Wellwood Beeves and Andrew Ernest Beeves as to finding two skins hanging in a deserted house about half-a-mile distant from accused’s where. They found a place where a sheep had recently been killed, and on further search found the head of a sheep close by, the earmark being that of their father’s sheep. Ernest Beeves stated that Gillman came to his father’s house and said he was very sorry for what had been done, admitting that he had killed the sheep, and asking to have the matter settled. The Magistrate considered a prima facie case was made out, and Mr Bees, on ’ accuseds’ behalf, pleaded guilty. Accused were committed. to the Supreme Court for sentence, bail being allowed. A first offender for drunkenness was convicted and discharged. Four Natives who were charged with being drunk and disorderly at Whatatutu were fined £2 and costs. The Court was occupied the greater part of the afternoon hearing a charge of horse stealing preferred against Hone Wiwi, of Te Arai. Mr W. D. Lysnar appeared for the accused. After hearing evidence His Worship dismissed tho information.

A SAD ACCIDENT

FATAL ENDING OF BOYS’ FUN.

A very sad accident occurred at AVairakaia yesterday, a son of Mr Cyril White being fatally shot. The distressing news was first brought to the station by the lad’s brother, who was in deep tribulation. The two brothers, Herbert (aged 15) and Miles (aged 13) went from the homestead to do some duck-shooting along the river bards. They began skylarking, with the gun, Miles trying to pull it away from Herbert. It was loaded at the time, and the charge accidentally exploded. The. charge entered Miles’ side near the heart, and death was instantaneous. . The sad affair occurred nearly two miles from the homestead, the gun being a single-barrel breech-loader, owned by the lads. They were fine young fellows. Mr White was at Mahia when tho accident occurred. Very deep sympathy is felt for Mr and Mrs White, also for the grief-stricken Herbert, in the sad bereavement. An inquest is to be held at the station at 2 o’clock this afternoon.