Chairman of municipal Council.
Decided before replying to ascertain what additional expense would be incurred for policing and lighting by extending the Settlement to the Well, and whether the amount would be covered by the taxes to be collected on land and houses along on the road. As to surrendering any portion of Hongkew, the Council consider that it is a matter about which the American Consul can alone decide.
Water Works.—The attention of the Council is directed to Resolution XI passed at the Meeting of Ratepayers held on 16th instant, Decided to advertise stating that the Council will be glad to examine and report on any Schemes for supplying the Settlement with water, which are submitted to them on or before the 30th April.
The Meeting then adjourned.
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