Mr, Hant—Then it is wrong, and I am surprised the Directors should allow it.
Mr. Westazt pointed out that the rules stated that a poll had to be demanded by two of the Shareholders.
Mr. Hart—That is right of course, but I can scarcely understand the Secretary's suggestion.
Mr. F. J. Mansnazz.—I beg to second Mr. Buchanan's motion for a poll.
The Cuarrwan—The Secretary will call out the name of each Shareholder present, and he will vote accordingly. That is the best way, I think, to take the vote.
Mr. Hart—Can that be considered a ballot? I think not. I think each Shareholder should write down the two names he wishes to vote for.
Mr. McLzop pointed out that under Article 41 each Shareholder was not entitled to the same number of votes. The votes were regulated according to the number of shares held. One vote for five shares, two for ten, three for twenty, and so on.
It was then decided that papers should be handed round, and each Shareholder should write down the two names of the gentlemen he voted for as Auditors, and sign the paper, together with the number of shares he held or represented.
On the motion of Mr. Harr, seconded Mr. Bucwanan, Mr. Westant and Mr. McLzop were appointed scrutineers.
Having counted the votes, Mr. McLeop said—Gentlemen, the election has resulted in 53 votes being given for Mr, White and Mr. Maclean, and 69 votes for Mr. Maclean and Mr. Rivington, showing 16 votes in favour of the re-election of the present Auditors, Mr. Maclean and Mr, Rivington. (Applause.
The Cuarraan said that concluded the business of the meeting.
Mr. Hanr—I beg to propose a vote of thanks to the Directors for the very able manner in which the affairs of the Company have been conducted during the past year.
Mr. F. J. Marsnatt had very much pleasure in seconding the motion, which was carried with acclamation, A vote of thanks to the Chairman concluded the proceedings,
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