Westward Ho! The Drainage Question: Mr. Robert Morgan, the Government Inspector, held a second inquiry in the large Bathroom on Friday, in reference to the drainage of Westward Ho! or rather the proposed enclosure of four acres of the Burrows for irrigation purposes. … (continues) (concerns about interference with common rights and public nuisance) … … Mr. Benecraft, in arguing the case for his clients, contended that the course they had taken was justifiable and consistent, and protested against any portion of the Burrows being taken for irrigation purposes; and Mr. Pynsent maintained that the proposal for taking four acres was merely the thin edge of the wedge, for it was well known that such a small quantity of land was inadequate for the purpose. Mr. Molesworth contended that the proceedings were premature as did also the inspector, who thought the opposing parties ought to have waited until the committee had presented the report … (discussion of alternatives) …
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GRO0835 Hennock: Thomas Pynsent: 1808 – 1887