Tag: February 1901

Mr. Pinsent presided at a meeting of the Highweek Parish Council held Monday evening.  Mr. Rogers, sanitary inspector, reported that there were no cases of infectious disease. Tenants of Mile End complained of an offensive smell where refuse, etc., was deposited. Mr. C. G. Vicary suggested that the sanitary inspector should ask that mere lime should be used. On the motion of the Chairman seconded by C. G. Vicary, it was unanimously decided that the Council express their profound sorrow the loss the Empire had sustained by the death of their late Queen, and tender to his Majesty and Royal Family deep sympathy. The lighting arrangements were reported satisfactory. Mr. W. Vicary reported that the Gas Company was willing to carry the main right through at Abbotsbury if the Council made the trenches. It was decided to accept the offer. On the motion of G. Vicary, seconded Mr. Shilston, Mr. Shapter was appointed on the Highweek Charity in the place of Mr. Jarvis, who has left the parish. The Council went into Committee to consider what remuneration should be paid to officers in connection with the bringing about of the amalgamation with Newton.

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Referenced

GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920