THE BAND ROTUNDA.

Gisborne Times, Volume VII, Issue 453, 24 June 1902, Page 2

THE BAND ROTUNDA.

(To the Editor of the Times.)

Sir, —The “ Band Kotunda ” argument seems to occupy a great deal of space in our local papers. The site for it seems to be a great trouble. Now, sir, why not build a band rotunda in the air, similar to our firebell ? Instead of placing a clock in the tower of our Post Office, why not build a band rotunda on top of it. People would have no need to leave their homes to listen to the sweet music, but could squat on their own roofs or chimneys, and hoar it. The hungry music-seekers would climb anywhere to hear it, and those that are not able to climb could sit at their telephones and listen. It would be near the Exchange, and arrangements could be made. Being built in the sir, and the wind blowing strong, the music might reach Napier, and if it were a calm night I am sure it would reach Ormond and the surrounding country. The peeple out there would say, “ Oh, listen to the band,” etc. It would also be near the river, and if any of the bandsmen wished to expectorate (as they often do after playing an item), and the win! blowing correctly, the expectorations would blow into the river, and be carried out to Nick’s Head, and thus keep our river-banks free from nuisance. A few candle-boxes could be placed under the willow-trees opposite the Customs, for the weary ones to sit and listen. Being elevated, it would sound like music from heaven. 1 think it a capital idea, and hope my site will receive a very small share of consideration from the general public.—l am, etc., Concertina.

P.S.—l would go miles to see Councillor Whinray sitting on his chimney or roof with his legs dangling about, listening to the music.

(To the Editor of the Times). •Sir,—A few words in reply to West Ender, in your' issue oi Monday.- As to his statement that the question of

the site for the rotunda was avoided. If he will take the trouble to read the advertisements calling the meeting he will see that .it was called for the purpose of obtaining an expression of opinion as to the form of memorial desired by the public. As for only Mr Rees and Councillors speaking, a cordial invitation was extended by the Mayor to anyone to come forward and take part in the discussion. He jvise y asked them to coniine themselves to the resolution proposed by Mr Rees ; but discussion of the site question .was not blocked in any way. Now that the Council, as wise Councillors should, have acceded to the tequest, I think the Council may well be left-to decide the site question, but would ask them .to take into consideration the fact that

the rotunda will be used mostly for evening pl.aying. Therefore it is desirable to have it near the main business centre ; — l am, etc., •THOMAS MORRISON*