WAIROA NOTES.

Gisborne Times, Volume VI, Issue 220, 23 September 1901, Page 3

WAIROA NOTES.

HARBOR BOARD,

(Times Correspondent.)

The monthly meeting of the above Board was held on the 12th inst. Present : Messrs Corkell (chairman), Brown, Britnell, Neall, and Moloney. From 11. A. Martin, Greenmeadows, offering biuegums.—To be asked for a price.

From J. Griffon, stating he would only take delivery of engine on terms of agreement, the Board to pay cartage, wharfage, etc., to his yard.—To be carried out.

The Collector of Customs forwarded returns of pilotage clues, X'o Os lOd. S. Bennett, Pakowhai, wrote stating the amount of timber damaged in culvert at Pakowhai by the dragging out of blue | gum piles.—Contractor to be notified that be must repair the damage. The Napier Harbor Board forwarded a copy of new regulations re collecting of wharfages.—The Secretary stated he had asked for these regulations, in order that the Board might frame a by-law to prevent the continual questioning of the Board's system of collecting.—The Chair- j man proposed, and Mr Brown seconded, | that the next meeting be a special meet- j ing to make a by-law, to settle the best way for collecting wharfages.—Carried, From the Foreman of Works, notifying the completion of pile-driving on the eastern side and the starting of the concrete groin. He also estimated it would cost £W fis 2d to hnish the section on which the piles had been driven. The Secretary estimated the position of tile Board as follows : Total credit, X 1237

tis lOd ; reducible by wages, etc., to £*lo2l, and by sum necessary to complete the work on the east side, say in all X'dOO to credit. The Chairman stated he understood that some of the timber belonging to the Board had been carted away from tho site of the old wharf at Turiroa and used to make a bridge over Witty’s drain by the Hospital Committee. Ho had no objection to thotimber being given, but thought it should have come before the Board and permission obtained. Air Neale said he was certain Mr Shaw had instructions to write, and he objected very strongly to the action of tho Hospital Committee. Mr Moloney said that at the Hospital Board meeting he and one or two other members

might have said the Harbor Board would not object to the timber being used. Tho Chairman said that the Board had never been asked for the timber, and some members of tho Council had not a good word to say for anything the Board had done. He brought up the matter now so that it might ho put in order, and get a formal application liled as a record. Mr Britneli, who coincided, said the timber at the least was worth XTO. The Clerk stated ho had an idea that there had boon a letter sent on tho subject, hut it had not come before the Board, and no permission had been granted to take tho timber. Mr Neale proposed and Mr Britnell seconded, that the Secretary writo to the Hospital Committee and ask them why they removed the timber and on whose authority.—Carried. On the motion of the Chairman the pilot was instructed to tako soundings in tho ehannol at certain points from tho bar to the wharf, and that a record of same be kept in tho office. Mr Moloney said it would he a wise tiling to have a bar report posted up in the evening as well as the morning. On many occasions “Bad bar” was posted up at I) a.in., and tho public assumed there | would be uo chance of a boat next day, whereas later tho same day the sea wont down and there was a good bar ; yet the opposite remained posted on the board. He moved, and Mr Brown seconded, that the Telegraph Department ho asked to get the state of tho bar posted at tho post office in tho evening as well as in tho morning.—Carried. On the proposition ef Mr Moloney, seconded by Mr Brown, tho secretary was directed‘to prepare a return hv next meeting showing tho total cost of the work undertaken by the Board since tho termination of tho Burke and McGrath contract.

A claim was made by .T. Griffin for £2 Bs, balance oPliirc of jutikor.—Tho Chairman stated that tho Board hired a junker from Mr Griffin to cart certain piles to the Heads. They bought the piles from H. C. Granby, and while tho junker was under hire, Granby sold some of the piles which tho Board had paid for (as a unattor of fact Griffin himself took them), and .£2 8s was hold ovor to see who would pay it.

The Chairman moved, and Mr Neale seconded, that J. Griffin bo paid tho i£2 Ss for hire of junker, and notieo be sent to Cranby that the Board would suo him for tho amount.—Carried.

Tho question of procuring more gums was brought up by Mr Britncll, and it was decided that tho foreman of works should inspect the blue gums at Messrs Thorpes’ and Ellven’s properties, and report as soon as possible. Tho Chairman mentioned that the Town Board wero cutting up waste land on the river bank between Napier street and the Heads, and about to lot it for clearing. The Board should try and get the block they were using for a pile yard. It was decided to apply to the Town Board for lease of the southernmost soction for clearing of same. Accounts to tho amount of Till 14s 9d were passed for payment.

TOWN BOARD.

The monthly meeting of the Clyde Town Board was held on September 9th. The Wellington Harbor Board wrote respecting the dispute with the Amalgamated Society of Painters.

The Department of Agriculture and Mr Crobbe, Govemmeni Veterinarian, wrote re slaughtering licenses, stating that XT was the fee. and there was no commutation; also asking that the granting of a license as applied for by IT. Summerfield be d - ferrrd until they heard from the Depa; tment. The Clerk stated that Mr Crabbc had inspected the site, and saw no reason why a license should he refused, hut as some neighbors had objected the matter would have to he settled by the S.M. A letter was received from H. Neill, of the Demonstration Committee, asking for assistance to liquidate the debt on the hand rotunda. Mr Havne stated that all the money in hand was required for improving the ground. Mr Mayo was in favor of devoting a sum out of the rent, and suggested XT 10s, which the Chairman said might bo lowered to XT. Mr Gardener objected to the vote, as possibly the loan might not he granted. Mr Mayo proposed, and Mr Corkill seconded, a sum of XT. An amendment by Mr Havne, seconded by Mr Gardener, that all the money was required for improving the grounds, and that no money was available for other purposes, was lost.

The Inspector of Nuisances forwarded reports on the sanitary condition of the town. Mr Gardiner recommended that one or both medical men should t be ap-

pointed Sanitary Inspectors. A discussion ensued as to whether any person could compel the Town Board to take action in removing nightsoil. The

Clerk stated that the Health Officer would insist on its being done. Mr Corkhill said he noticed bv Dr DeLislc’s letter that he preferred a sewerage system, .vhieh was a good idea. In his opinion, the pan system was no good. They should approach the Government for a loan of two or three thousand pounds for sewerage works. Mr Hague was of opinion that it would cost more than AiiOOO, owing to the town being so scattered. It was proposed hv Mr Corkill, and seconded by Mr Mayo: “That an alteration in the system of disposing of nightsoil is necessary, and that the Government bo asked to send an engineer to report on the scheme of instituting a sewerage system for the town district.’'— Carried, it was decided that Dr Do Lisle he informed that the Board would he glad to meet him, and confer on sanitary matters. D. White wrote, stating that some

people objected „to having stock pasturing on the Recreation Ground in wet weather, and, if they were agreeable, ho would forego his lease, and take it up in November. A letter was received from the Caledonian Society, complaining that 2 50 sheep had been pastured on the liccreation Ground, and had damaged the truck. The Society asked that the Board should not allow stock to he grazed there in winter time. The Board considered that now the wet season was over they could not take action. It was decided to make anv necessary improvements to the fence around the liccreation Ground. G. Britncll wrote asking that culverts ho put in at junctions of Opatu, 'Bose, and Outram streets. Agreed to. E. C. Gold’Smith wrote stating that titles to the old liccreation Ground could not he granted. A tender from A. Cooper and Sons of X2 9s Cd for side channelling was accepted, provided that the concrete at the outer edge was a little stouter than the last work, overseer to supervise the work, the same to he finished two months from (kite. Some other business of no special mention was dealt with, and accounts to the amount of Al t lils 9d was passed for payment. Other general business was transacted.

MILITARY BALL.

The first annual hall of the Ilurumua Hides took place on the 11th September, and was a brilliant success, about 200 being present. The hall was beautifully decorated, and the floor was perfect. About 70 couples took part in the Grand March, which was a grand spectacle, the handsome dresses of the ladies blending splendidly with the uniforms of the military. llcturned Troopers lleid, Broignan, and Sergeant Lonnu (Napier Gnards) were present. A very handsome arch, of greenery and fillies, was greatly admired. The supper arrangements made by the ladies, non.-corns, waiting at table, were a great success. The tables were loaded with all sorts of toothsome articles. About 200 persons sat down to supper, and not a hitch took place in the management. The duties of M.C. were skilfully managed by Quartermaster Cosgrove, and Corporal Beckett. The music was supplied by Miss Bax (piano) and Mr Sargent (cornet), and was perfect. Extras were played by Misses Sargisson, L. and N. Poyzcr, Messrs Beckett and Roberts. The Committee, desire me to thank all the ladies of Wairoa and Frascrtown, who assisted with the supper arrangements, and helped generally, in bringing the hall to such a successful issue. The dance concluded at four o’clock, and was deemed the most successful function ever field here. The following is a fist of a few of the dresses ; some very nice dresses I was unable to procure owing to my lady writer not being acquainted with the names of the ladies present, so I must apologise to those ladies whose names do not appear on my fist : Mrs Milne Thomson : Black satin, lace trim.

Miss liewitt : Black satin, rose pink satin, jot trim. Miss Moore : White lustre, rod silk trim.

Mrs 11. Johnson : Cream lustre, pink velvet trim. Mrs T. Tori’ : Cream lustre blouse, pink satin trim, fawn skirt. Miss Moloney : Cream nun’s veiling, old gold silk trim. Miss Humphries : Black grenadine, jet trim.

Mrs Bird : Pale blue nun’s veiling, cream lace trim. Miss Clunie : White, with cardinal ribbons. Miss Steid : Cream silk lustre, lace trim.

Miss Harmcr : Bed velvet dress, white satin and fur trim. Miss Keefe : Cream silk blouse, cream skirt.

Miss Jenkins : White blouse, black skirt, royal blue trim. Mrs F. Taylor : Heliotrope silk blouse, black skirt. Miss Neill : White hailstone muslin. Miss Mason : Pink silk blouse, green velvet skirt. Mrs B. Cram : Cream nun's veiling, with ribbons to match. Miss Wilson : Silver-grey lustre, with pale blue ribbons. Mrs Clunie : Black and white sill: blouse, trimmed with black lace, black skirt.

Miss Jones : Buttercup nun’s veiling, black lace trim. MBs IT. Poyzcr, silver grey striped silk dress, lace trim. Mrs Andersen, white muslin, pink silk trim.

Mrs Davidson, blue figured delaine, blue silk trim. MBs Middleton, white muslin, heliotrope silk trim. Mrs Smith, black silk blouse, cream silk front, black skirt. Miss Lulu Poyzcr, pale blue check silk dress, white lace and blue ribbons. Mrs Mclvain, black silk blouse, heliotrope silk trim., black lustre skirt. Mrs Bax, spotted satin dress, cream figured silk front. Mrs Cullen, grey lustre dress, blue silk trim.

Miss Clear, handsome green grenadine dross, pink silk front. Miss X. Poyzcr, grey silk dress, lace trim.

Mrs Murphy, black silk blouse, black skirt.

Miss 11. Torr, cream lustre dross, blue sash.

Miss Bax. green corded velvet blouse, cream silk trim, cream skirt. Miss White, crushed strawberry, nun’s veiling, trimmed cream silk and lace. Miss Cair, black and white silk blouse, black skirt. Miss Sargisson, cream satin bodice, lace trim, cream skirt. Mrs Boberts, maroon velvet dress, cream lace trim. Mrs Howell, black fringed lustre dress, white satin front, and black lace. Mrs P. Cram, black figured lustre, trimmed with silk braid. Miss A. Clunie, white peakie dress. Miss Sargeant, blue silk blouse, lace trim., black skirt.