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Final committee reports and audit for 1890 received. Council then adjourned Sine Die. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Donna Kynaston and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 174 only [vol 4 page 174] Vancouver January 5th 1891 The Council for 1890 held its last meeting on Monday January 5th 1890 [sic] at 10 A.M. Present: His Worship Mayor Oppenheimer and Aldermen Browning, Carroll, Garden, Horne, Fox, Sentell, Costello, McLeod, Doering and Mason. Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From the City Auditor furnishing the yearly audit for 1890. Filed. The Annual Reports of the Finance, Works, Health, FW&L & Police were received and filed. After the Reports were read His Worship the Mayor reviewed the duties performed by the retiring Council and thanked them for their services. It was then moved by Alderman Horne Seconded by Alderman Costello That the thanks of this Council be tendered to His Worship Mayor Oppenheimer for the able and courteous manner in which he has presided over the deliberations of Council during the past year. Carried. Moved by Alderman Mason Seconded by Alderman Costello That the following account be paid: Wm Templeton, Supplies $8.55 Carried. The Council then adjourned Sine Die.
Council met with Mr. Imrie Bell to discuss the proposed graving dock (drydock). Bank of BC confirmed that the investors were good for the amount required. Mr. Bell agreed that after the completion of the project no Chinese workers would be employed. (The Vancouver Labour Council had also requested to Council that no Chinese labour be employed during the building of the project, either, but they did not gain that point). Mr. Bell also told Council he would strongly recommend to his Company that Council have a representative on the Board of Directors. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Anonymous and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 page 190 only [Vol 4 pg 190] Vancouver January 14th 1891 A Special Meeting of the Council was held on Wednesday January 14th 1891 for the purpose of meeting Mr. Imrie Bell to discuss matters in connection with the proposed graving dock. Present His Worship the Mayor, and Aldermen Carroll, Brighouse, Godfrey, Hobson, Templeton, Brown, McDowell, Doering and de Pencier, also Mr. Imrie Bell and the City Solicitors. His Worship the mayor opened the proceedings by introducing Mr. Imrie Bell. The City Clerk read a resolution passed by the Council on January 27th 1890 whereby the Mayor was empowered to enter into negotiations with the Dominion and Imperial Governments and with any individuals or companies who may desire to undertake the erection of a dry dock and make such arrangements with them as may lead to its early construction. A letter was read from J. Cooper Keith Manager of the Bank of B.C. stating that he had cabled to ascertain the financial standing of Messrs Perry, Cuthill, De Longo & Co and they were good for the amount proposed to be expended. Mr. Bell agreed to have a clause inserted in the Agreement to the effect that after the completion of the works no Chinese would be employed. He would also strongly recommend to his Company that the City should have a representative on the Board of Directors. No further promises were given. The Council then adjourned. Thos. F. McGuigan, City Clerk D. Oppenheimer, Mayor
Tenders to be invited to supply the City with coal, wood, and feed for 1891, with the provision that coal and feed must be weighted at the Market scales before delivery. Residents of Mount Pleasant requested a police beat in their area, and a delegation also presented to Council their strong objection to the nuisance (odor) from Slaughter Houses nearby. The Health Department recommends that the old pest house (quarantine facility) "now wrecked on the shores of Dead Man's Island" be burned. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Anonymous and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 191 - 199 [Vol 4 pg 191] Vancouver January 19th 1891 The Council met on Monday January 18th 1891. Present His Worship Mayor Oppenheimer, Aldermen Brighouse, Carroll, Godfrey, Templeton, Brown, McDowell and DePencier. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Theodore Davie, Attorney General, acknowledging the receipt of a communications from the City Clerk re telephones in the Sheriff’s Office. Filed. From J. H. Carlisle and the members of the Fire Brigade asking for an increase of Salary. F.W. & L. Committee. From J. H. Carlisle drawing attention to the danger of the destruction of the Fire Alarm. F.W. & L Committee. From C. Lettey giving Statement of the expenses for Solicitors fees during 1890 Finance Mr. Walter H. Kendall offering to supply not less than #10,000 cubic yards of broken rock at $1.40 per cubic yard. Board of Works. From H. L. Freer & Co notifying Council that the insurance on the Library would expire on the 7th Feb, 1891 Finance From C. D. Rand, Secretary of the Improvement Co stating that unless the $15000, and 8 per cent interest for the Sugar Refining Site was paid before the 1st of February 1891 steps would be taken by the Company to declare the sale null and void. Finance [vol4 page 192] From S.J. Emanuels and A.H.B. McGowan enclosing resolutions passed by the Public Meeting at the Market Hall and Board of Trade respectively endorsing the graving dock By Law. Filed. From Courbould, McColl, Jenns and Campbell, notifying Council that unless their clients were settled that they would fence in their lots thereby closing Powell Street, through Block 48. Board of Works. From Jas. B. O Brian, Toronto, asking for a copy of the Mayor’s address. Filed. From V. W. Haywood, furnishing weekly report of lights. Filed. From the Market Clerk furnishing weekly report. Filed From G.A. Roedde giving explanations regarding his tender for book binding. Filed. From H. McGeer drawing attention to the improper location of streets in 264A. Board of Works. From the working men in the East Park claiming wages under the McDonald & Barton Contract. Board of Works. From R.A. McMorran etal [sic] asking for a sidewalk on 19th Av. Board of Works. From Wm Jones etal [sic] asking for a Policeman at Mount Pleasant. Police Committee. From the Coal Merchants of
No action to be taken for the moment about Mr. Lawson's letter of dismissal from the City Engineer. Misses Woodward and Drummond, nurses at the City Hospital, ask for increases of salary. The Market Committee asks the Board of Works to consider an additional exit from the Market Building as a precaution in case of fire. The Board of Works agreed, and urged immediate action. The Board of Works also directs that vacant lots and “all dangerous places” must be fenced by their owners This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Anonymous and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 632 - 639 [Vol 4 pg 201] Vancouver January 26th 1891 The Council met on Monday January 26th 1891. Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Carroll, Brighouse, Godfrey, Templeton, Hobson, Brown, McDowell and DePencier. The minutes of last Special and regular meetings were read and adopted. Communications From H Abbott acknowledging receipt of a communication re gates on certain streets. Board of Works. From J. M Browning refusing to act as Arbitrator in the Water Works matter on account of ill health. Filed. From Wm Prentice, Secretary of the Sugar Refinery inviting the Mayor and Council to visit the works on Thursday 29th inst. Moved by Alderman Templeton Seconded by Alderman Hobson. That the invitation be accepted. Carried From H. Stanton Private Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor, and A. Campbell Reddic Dep Prov Secretary acknowledging receipt of communications from Council re grant to Hospital, Fire Department, and Library. File. From Courbould, McColl and Jenns asking the City to pay over the amount of the Judgement in the Devine Case. Finance. From Annie E. Webster asking the Council to place $2500.00 in the Estimates for the purpose of assisting in acquiring lands etc. for a Hospital for women and children. Board of Health. [vol 4 page 202] From the Solicitor to the Vancouver Water Works Co asking the City Solicitor to go to Victoria to consult with him on the Agreement to Arbitrate. Water Works Committee. From Blake and Magee asking City to pay Wm Tierney $115.65 for extras on Beach Avenue. Board of Works. From Rand Bros. protesting against a crematory being erected in the North part of 302. Crematory Committee. From A. E. Lees etal [sic] asking for a sidewalk on Richards Street west side from Robson Street to Helmcken Street. Board of Works. From Misses Woodward and Drummond asking for increases of salary for duty as nurses at the City Hospital. Board of Health. From the Market Clerk furnishing his Weekly Report. Filed. From J. D. Le Cappellian etal [sic] asking for a sidewalk on Melville Street from Burrard to Thurlow. Board of Works. From J. C. Miller compiler of the Illustrated Souvenir Publication giving a synopsis of his work. Finance Committee. [vol 4 page 203] Reports. Crematory. The Crematory Committee met on Friday January 23rd 1891. Present Aldermen Brown, Templeton and DePencier. Resolved. That
Henry B. Warren (City Engineer) and John P. Lawson (Assistant Engineer) have each filed charges against the other. Mount Pleasant citizens request an electric light at the intersection of Westminster Ave (now Kingsway/Main) and Eighth Ave, and the Police Committee recommends the hire of an extra officer to form a beat “south of False Creek”. The Sugar Refinery Committee toured the completed (Roger’s) sugar factory. Alderman Godfrey gave notice that at the next regular meeting of Council he would move that the Dominion Government be petitioned to change the name of the first narrow to that of Lion’s Gate and of False Creek to Pleasant Inlet. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Devon Harlos and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 632 – 639 Vancouver Feb 2nd 1891 The Council met on Monday February 2nd 1891. Present His Worship The Mayor and Alderman Carroll, Brighouse, Godfrey, Templeton, Brown, McDowell, Doering and DePencier. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Henry B. Warren and John P. Lawson City Engineer and Assistant City Engineer respectively making charges against each other. Moved by Alderman Godfrey Seconded by “ DePencier. That the correspondence be accepted as read and published. Carried. From J.M. Browning Land Commissions asking for a crossing opposite the Opera House. Moved by Alderman De Pencier Seconded by “ Templeton. That the matter be referred to the Board of Works with power to act. Carried. From Alice A. Betts asking use of the Market Hall on the 19th inst. on the most favorable terms for church purposes. Market Committee. From Wm. Prentice Secretary of the British Columbia Sugar Refining Co. Ltd. Informing the Council that the terms of the Agreement entered into between the Corporation and the Company had been complied with and asking for the release of the franchise held by the Bank and the title deeds of the property in connection with the works. Filed. From Yates, Joy and Russell Solicitors for J. G. McDonald wishing for a balance claimed to be due on Westminster Avenue contract. Referred to the Board of Works. From G.W. Thomas, Market Clerk furnishing weekly report. Filed. From the City Engineer denying that he had found difficulty in following up Mr. Mohun’s work. Filed. From G.E. Corbould Eng. M.P. acknowledging receipt of communications re free postal delivery and the removal of the Burnaby and Parthia shoals. Filed. From Tatlow and Spinks asking for a settlement for expenses incurred through change of grade on Oppenheimer St. Board of Works. From the Pound Keeper furnishing monthly report. Filed. From W.H. Mason et al. asking for an electric light on the corner of Westminster Av. & 8th Av. Referred to the F.W. & L. Committee. From A.D. Primiek asking for the grading and sidewalking of 14th Av. Board of Works. From Miss. S. Bowes furnishing copies of “Home Cheer.” Filed. Reports Police. No. 2 The Police Committee met on Tuesday
Council sends condolences to New Westminster Council on the loss of life and property due to its recent fire, and regrets it could not send its fire engine to help. Request received from John McCulloch asking to be reimbursed for his clothing lost through being imprisoned in the City Jail. Alderman Garden resigned. Newly-elected Alderman Scoullar assigned to Finance, Police, and Health committees in his place. Alderman Templeton moves a petition to the Minister of Railways on the subject of the CPR’s blockage of traffic on city streets by shunting cars and their refusal to provide safety crossings. Alderman McDowell gave notice that at the next meeting he would move that the City Engineer and his staff be given notice that their services would no longer be required after the 31st of March. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Chris Stephenson and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 230-234 Vancouver February 16th 1891 The Council met on Monday February 16th 1891 Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Brighouse, Carroll, Godfrey, Andrew W. Scoullar, Templeton, Hobson, Brown, McDowell, DePencier and Doering. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From F.W. Hart asking for the construction of a vault in the Cemetery. Referred to the Board of Works. From F.C. Cotton informing the Council that he had applied for appropriations from the Government for fixing the Court House yard constructing cells for prisoners under said Court House. Filed From Edward Heastie furnishing time for work done on the South Park for George Pratley. Referred to the Board of Works. From the Chief of Police furnishing a report on the Street Lights. Filed. From the Market Clerk furnishing weekly report. Filed From John McCulloch asking to be paid for clothing lost through being imprisoned in the City Jail. Referred to Finance Committee. From J.E. Crane, Victoria offering to lay asphalt, concrete pavement for 40 cts per foot. Referred to the Board of Works From J.C. McLagan asking the City to renew its subscription to the Weekly World which weekdays are now being sent to Great Britain. Referred to Finance Committee. From Bodwell Bros. asking for a settlement of the Oppenheimer Street matter on behalf of their clients. Referred to Board of Works. The following Report was received and read. Finance No 5 The Finance Committee met on Friday February 13th 1891. Present Aldermen Brown, Hobson, and Doering. It was recommended that the following accounts be paid:- F.W. Hart: Rollers 30 cts. I.O.G.T. Rent for polling place. 5.00 Thomson Bros. Stationery 21.50 Crowder & Penzer, Coal. 52.25 sgd Wm Brown Chairman. Moved by Alderman Brighouse Seconded by “ Doering. That the Report of the Finance Committee be adopted. Carried. Introduction of By-Laws. Alderman McDowell introduced a By-Law to amend the By-Law known as the Pound By-Law which was read a first time. Motions. Moved by Alderman Brighouse Seconded by “ Doering. That the
A majority vote of two thirds of the aldermen present compelled Mayor Oppenheimer to sign the minutes of February 23, 24, 28 and March 9. Vancouver Trades and Labour council requested that the Chain Gang not be employed on Street Work. A bylaw to regulate the storage of inflammable material within the city limits was introduced and read a first time. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Christopher Stephenson, MLIS and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 250 – 264 Vancouver March 16th 1891 The Council met on Monday, March 16th 1891 Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Brighouse, Scoullar, Godfrey, Templeton, Hobson, Brown, McDowell, DePencier, and Doering. The Minutes of last regular and special meetings were read. After the Minutes were read the Mayor stated that he still adhered to his decision not to sign the Minutes but that if a vote were taken on his ruling and if the necessary two-thirds majority decided against him it would be his duty to acquiesce. It was then moved by Alderman Templeton Seconded by Alderman Brighouse, That the Minutes of last regular and special meetings be adopted as read. Alderman Brown said that Alderman Godfrey joined with him in wishing the names of the Aldermen to be taken on the voting. Alderman Templeton then asked the Mayor if he refused to put the motion, the Mayor answered yes. The mover then put it to a vote of the Council and carried it on the following vote:- Yeas. Aldermen Brighouse, Scoullar, Godfrey, Templeton, Brown, and McDowell. Nays. Aldermen DePencier, Doering and Hobson. The Mayor stated that as he had been overruled he would now sign the Minutes. Alderman Carroll was absent when the vote was taken but arrived shortly afterwards Communications. From F. D. Boucher et al asking for a sidewalk on Thurlow Street. Referred to the Board of Works. From John McCulloch stating that the Police Magistrate made an order to have his clothes, papers etc left at the Customs House. Referred to the Police Committee. From A. Yorke asking the Council to look into the charges preferred against the Police Magistrate. Moved by Alderman DePencier Seconded by “ McDowell. That the communication be returned to the writer. Carried. From Robt. C. Buckeral submitting an affidavit preferring certain charges against the Police Magistrate. Referred to the Police Committee. From Joseph Pope and T. Trudeau acknowledging a communication from the City Clerk re fencing of streets at railway crossings. Filed. From J.A. Fulton, Secretary to the Trades and Labor Council asking that the Chain Gang be not employed on Street Work. Referred to the Board of Works. From Sinclair Harcus, applying for permission to move a frame building from Lot 3, Block 13, 196. to Block 29, 541 Referred to the Board of Works. From A. Tullis asking the Council to pay his salary as secretary to the Smelting Co out of the $5000.00 forfeited by the
License for the What Cheer house transferred to Mr. Sciutto. Transfer for license of the Germania Hotel not approved. Plans for the city market hall approved, tenders for building to be invited. Mr. H.B. Warren will continue his post as City Engineer, but will sue for damages if the job is given to Mr. Tracy. The salaries of Miss Woodward and Miss Drummond, nurses at the City Hospital. were increased to $30 per month each. This transcript was made in 2017 by Transcribimus volunteer Donna Kynaston and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 269 – 283 [Vol 4 page 269] Vancouver March 31st 1891 The Council met on Tuesday March 31st 1891. Present: Aldermen Brighouse, Godfrey, Scoullar, Templeton, Hobson, Brown, McDowell and Doering. Moved by Alderman Templeton Seconded by Alderman Godfrey That Alderman Brown be appointed Chairman pro tem. Carried. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following communications were received and read: From D. McGillivray enclosing an account from Chas A. Stoess C.E. amounting to $225.00 for preparing plans and specifications of the Cambie Street Bridge. Referred to the Board of Works. From C.M. Fowler, late pound keeper, demanding a month’s salary for being discharged without thirty days’ notice. Referred to the City Solicitor. From W.S. Gore Surveyor General stating that the parcel of land used as a cemetery will be officially reserved for that purpose, also stating that no Crown grant could be given for Lot 2, Block 2, O.G.T. Townsite pending the registration of the conveyances from the Municipality to the Crown of certain lands in 185. Referred to Finance Committee. From G.E. Corbould Esq M.P. acknowledging the receipt of a resolution of Council re volunteers. Filed. From James O’Connor, Thos. Shirley and Fred Giles in reference to the Police Magistrate. Referred to Police Committee. [Vol 4 page 270] From E.A. Snyder asking for a culvert on Harris St. Referred to Board of Works. From the Market Clerk furnishing his weekly reports. Filed. From the Chief of Police giving weekly report on Street Lights. Filed From F. C. Cotton Esq M.P.P. acknowledging the receipt of a resolution of Council re amendments to City Charter. Filed. From Thos. H. Tracy stating that he would leave for Vancouver within a week after the 1st of April. Filed. From A.G. Ferguson et al asking for a basement drain on Hastings Street from the Leland Hotel to Richards St. Referred to the Board of Works. From Wm Webster Manager of the Union S.S. Co. stating that unless fresh arrangements are made at once relative to depositing garbage and night [sic] through the above company’s wharf the space will be closed. Referred to Health Committee and Solicitor. From R.H. Wallace on behalf of the debating Society asking for the Market Hall on Saturday nights. Filed. From E. Kingcombe et al asking for a sidewalk on Smythe Street. Referred to the Board of Works. From Chas. Hay et al
The entire Fire Department budget was reviewed and the staff given raises. City Clerk asked to contact telephone company for a discount on rates to city government telephones. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Christopher Stephenson and sponsored by Arnold Silber original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 291 - 296 Vancouver April 13th 1891. The Council met on Monday April 13th 1891 at 8 P.M. Present Aldermen Brighouse, Scoullar, Godfrey, Templeton, Hobson, Brown, McDowell, DePencier, and Doering. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Alderman McDowell being appointed Chairman in the absence of the Mayor. The following communications were received and read:- From Crowder & Penzer claiming that the Market scales did not weigh correctly. Referred to Market Committee From the Department of Militia and Defence acknowledging receipt of a resolution of Council re formation of a Battalion of Active Militia. Filed. From C. Keeler Mount Pleasant stating that he was able to supply trees to replace the dead ones on the streets. Referred to the Board of Works. From A.J. Mouat etal [sic] asking for the grading of the lane in Block 50.181. Referred to the Board of Works. From the Market Clerk furnishing his Weekly Report. Filed. From the Chief of Police furnishing his usual weekly report on the Street Lights. Filed. From J.J. Nickson and Edwin Machin etal [sic] praying for the improvement of Melville Street. Referred to the Board of Works. From the City Auditor furnishing his report for March. Referred to Finance From James W. Lewis asking for a position on the Fire Brigade. Referred to the F.W& L. Committee From W. Towler asking to be furnished with certain information regarding the Slaughter house cases. Referred to City Solicitor The following reports were received and read:- Finance No 10. The Finance Committee met on Friday April 10th 1891. Present Aldermen Brown, Scoullar, and Hobson. The following accounts were recommended for payment:- Wm Ralph. Plumbing.
Council passed a resolution of condolence to telegraph to the Lady Macdonald, window of Sir John A. Macdonald, Prime Minister of Canada, then “adjourned until Monday next out of respect to the memory” of Macdonald This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Leah Minuk and sponsored by Arnold Silber original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 page 372 only [volume 4 page 372] Vancouver June 8th 1891 The Council met on Monday June 8th 1891 at 8 P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Carroll, Scoullar, Godfrey, Templeton, Brown and McDowell and DePencier. After the meeting was called to order the Mayor drew attention to the fact of the death of Sir John A. Macdonald, Premier of Canada and stated that it would be a fitting tribute to his memory if the Council would adjourn after passing a resolution of condolence to Lady Macdonald. The City Clerk then read a telegram which had been sent to Lady Macdonald by his Worship and the reply thereto. It was then moved by Alderman Godfrey Seconded by Alderman Templeton That the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vancouver in Council assembled desire on behalf of the Citizens and themselves to tender to Lady Macdonald and her family their most sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this hour of their deep sorrow and to assure them that the Pacific Coast joins all the other portions of this Dominion in deploring the death of its illustrious statesman and veteran Premier Sir John A. Macdonald, and that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Lady Macdonald by the City Clerk. Carried. Moved by Alderman Carroll Seconded by “ Brown That this Council stand adjourned until Monday next out of respect to the memory of the late Sir John A. Macdonald, Premier of Canada. Carried D. Oppenheimer Mayor Thos. F. McGuigan City Clerk
Illustration: City of Vancouver Archives photo AM54-S4-: Dist P9 [The first caretaker's cottage at Mountain View Cemetery near Bodwell Road (33rd Avenue) and North Road (Fraser Street)] Document: City of Vancouver Archives COV-S36-- By-law no. 121 : a by-law to establish rules, regulations, etc. for the interment of the dead in cemeteries and burial places controlled by the City of Vancouver original handwritten by-law here This transcript was made in 2018 by Transcribimus volunteer Glen Hodges [Page 649] By-Law No. 121 A By-Law to establish rules, regulations etc for the interment of the dead in cemeteries and burial places con-trolled by the City of Vancouver. Whereas it is necessary to make regulations for interments, where authorized within or without the limits of the City of Vancouver and for the protection of cemeteries, graves and tombs where the dead are interred. Therefore be it enacted by this Mayor and Council of the Corporation of the City of Vancouver in open session assembled as follows: 1. That the following rules and regulations are hereby established and shall be observed for interments and for the protection of cemeteries, tombs and graves. 2. All applications with respect to interments, use of vaults, disinterments and any other applications rendered necessary by this By-Law are to be made to the City Clerk, or acting City Clerk at his office in the City Hall, between the hours of 10 o’clock in the forenoon and 4 o’clock in the afternoon of any day except Saturdays , Sundays and legal holidays, on [Page 650] Saturdays from 10 o’clock in the fore noon to 1 o’clock in the afternoon. 3. All fees to be paid in advance to the City Clerk or acting City Clerk, who shall receipt for same. 4. Persons making application for an interment must five to the City Clerk or acting City Clerk a true statement as far as practicable of the name, age, sex, religion, cause of death, and name of attending physician, if any, and why not, if none was in attendance, before a permit for burial can be is-sued. 5. Plans of the Cemetery or Cemeteries shall be kept exposed to the public view in the office of the City Clerk at the City Hall and at the Caretaker’s Lodges at the Cemetery. 6. The number of contiguous grave plots that can be acquired by any one person shall be determined by the Board of Health, who shall be governed by the circumstances set forth in the application for same. 7. In cases of poverty the Mayor of the Board of Health shall consider and decide [Page 651] on applications for the remission of fees in whole or in part and such decision shall be given in writing signed by the Mayor or the Chairman or acting Chairman of the Board to the City Clerk for his guidance in such cases. 8. The use of the receiving vault for the temporary reception of and the dis interment of the bodies of persons who
Police "cannot interfere" to compel children to keep away from the Electric Railway track on city streets. Dr Fleming granted permission to erect a tent for the sale of drugs on Cordova St. The Women’s Christian Temperance Union advised that they could appear before the Police Court and prosecute those stores exhibiting “indecent pictures” on Cordova Street. Alderman Scoullar at first objected to the presence of reporters in the Council chamber, then gave notice of motion to allow the press into both committee and Council meetings. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Donna Kynaston and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 417 – 426 [Vol 4 page 417] Vancouver 15 July 1891 The Council met on Wednesday July 15th 1891 at 8 P.M. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Brighouse, Carrall, Godfrey, Scoullar, Hobson, Templeton, Brown, McDowell and Doering. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following communications were received and read: From Geo Pound et al petitioning for the Tramway to run up Harris St. Referred to the Board of Works. From C. McIntosh asking for the cutting down of a tree on Sixth Av. Referred to the City Engineer. From McPhillips and Williams threatening suit for damages sustained by Thomas Pritchard on account of the City’s negligence. Referred to the Finance and City Solicitor. From H.A. Jones offering the lots adjoining the City Hall for $6000.00. Referred to Finance Committee. From Mr. Gibson et al asking for the improvement of 14th Av. Referred to the Board of Works. From J. McB. Smith, Provincial Auditor, submitting the amount paid out in Vancouver and asking the City to pay their amount. Referred to the Finance Com. From the City Engineer stating that Oppenheimer Street was the best suited for the [Vol 4 page 418] Tramway line and submitting profiles. Referred to the Board of Works. From G. W. Thomas, Market Clerk, furnishing his weekly report. Filed. From Wm Gilmore et al petitioning for the opening up of 5th Av. Referred to Board of Works. From the Deputy Attorney General enclosing a copy of the Crown’s verdict in the case of Chow Tin. Referred to the Board of Health. From H. T. Ceperley Secy-Treas of the Vancouver Street Railway Co. stating that he would accept the option and build a street railway over the streets desired to be occupied by the Tramway Co and asking for the grading of said streets. Referred to B of Works. From the Hon. Geo Kirkpatrick asking the City to subscribe towards the erection of a monument to Sir John A. Macdonald in Kingston. Moved by Alderman Godfrey Seconded by Alderman Scoullar That a committee consisting of His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Brown, Templeton and the mover and seconder be appointed to take the communication in to consideration. Carried. The following Reports were received and read: Finance No. 21 The Finance Committee met on Friday July 10.
Mrs. McDonald, wife of the cemetery keeper, to be paid $5.00 per month for attending to the telephone. City Solicitor gave his opinion that the position of Police Magistrate is technically vacant as Mr. Isaac Hallett is not a qualified Justice of the Peace. Hallett's position as a Stipendiary Magistrate allows him to collect fines under the City Bylaws. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Donna Kynaston and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 428 – 433 [vol 4 page 428] Vancouver July 20 1891 The Council met on Monday July 20th 1891 at 8 P.M. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Brighouse, Carroll, Godfrey, Scoullar, Hobson, Templeton, Brown & McDowell. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following communications were received and read: From the Chief of Police reporting on the Street Lights. Filed. From the City Solicitor stating that E.J. Clark of Toronto ought to pay to the City the $1000.00 promised on the South Park. Referred to Finance Committee. From A. Campbell Reddie, Dep Prov Secretary acknowledging the receipt of the notification giving the names of the School Trustees appointed by the Council. Filed. From Henry A. Barton Dep Attorney General, asking to be informed whether Mr. Hallett’s appointment as Police Magistrate had been cancelled by resignation or otherwise. Referred to Police Committee. From G.W. Thomas, Market Clerk furnishing his weekly report. Filed. From the City Solicitor stating that the office of Police Magistrate was vacant through Mr. Hallett not being a J.P. and stating [vol 4 page 429] that he was empowered to try cases under the City By-Laws on account of him being a Stipendiary Magistrate be he [sic] has not under the regulations of the City. Referred to the Police Committee. From W.D. Burdis et al asking for a stand pipe for fire purposes at the junction of Campbell Av and Princess St. Referred to the Board of F W & L. From Wm Ralph et al asking that the Tramway come down Hastings St. Referred to the Board of Works. From David Brockwell asking that two trees be cut down on the corner of Lansdowne & Scotia Streets. Referred to City Engineer. From R.D. Pitt asking to be allowed to explain his case to the Council. The City Clerk was instructed to ask Mr. Pitt to be present. From Joseph Pope of Ottawa conveying the thanks of Lady Macdonald to the Mayor & Council of Vancouver for their kind sympathy with her in her affliction. Filed. From J.H. Smith complaining of the conduct of the Health Inspector. Referred to the Health Committee. The following accounts were received and read: Finance No 22 The Finance Committee met on Friday [vol 4 page 430] July 17th 1891. Present: Aldermen Brown, Hobson and Scoullar. It was recommended: 1. That the communication from R. D. Pitt asking for remuneration for the loss be referred back to Council for discussion.
Letter received from H. Abbott, General Superintendent of the Canadian Pacific Railway Co., stating that he was authorized to proceed with the construction of the terminal station at the foot of Granville Street (now Waterfront Station). Moved by Alderman Godfrey, Seconded by Alderman Templeton That the Dominion Government be petitioned to change the name of the “First Narrows” to “Lions Gate” and that of “False Creek” to “Pleasant Inlet” This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Martha Hazevoet and sponsored by Shirley Barnett City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 495-503 Vol. 4, pg. 495 Vancouver, September 14, 1891 The Council met on Monday, September 14, 1891. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Carroll, Brighouse, Scoullar, Godfrey, Templeton, Hobson, Brown and McDowell. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following communications were received and read: From H. Abbott, General Superintendent of the Canadian Pacific Railway Co., stating that he was authorized to proceed with the construction of the terminal station at the foot of Granville Street, simultaneously with the grading of Cordova Street to the level of the east corner of the planking of the roadway of Granville Street. Moved by Alderman Templeton Seconded by Alderman Godfrey That the matter of grading Cordova Street to meet the views of the C.P.R. Co. be referred to the City Engineer and Board of Works with power to take immediate action if necessary. Carried From the Market Clerk furnishing weekly report. Filed From the City Clerk of New Westminster thanking the Council for the use of road roller. Filed From the Mayor of Tacoma asking when the Council might be expected at the fair in Tacoma. Filed From C.G. Johnson offering anthracite coal in car lots at $8.50 per ton. Referred to F.W.& L. Committee Vol. 4, pg. 496 From the Chief of Police furnishing weekly report on street lights. Filed From the Spiral Weld Tube Co. asking to be furnished with information regarding water pipes. Referred to the Water Committee From John F. Ross asking for the sidewalking of 6th Avenue from Carolina Street to Westminster Avenue. Referred to Board of Works From the City Clerk reporting that the By-Laws for the purchase and extension of the Water Works had carried by a majority of 176 and 168 respectively. Filed From J.H. Gillespie offering to put down bituminous rock pavement for 15 ¾ cents per sq. ft. Referred to the Board of Works The following reports were received and read: Health To the Mayor and Council of City of Vancouver| Gentlemen: Your Committee met on Tuesday, September 8th, 1891. Present: Aldermen Templeton, Carroll and McDowell. Absent: Aldermen Scoullar and Doering. Report of Health Inspector was received and ordered filed. Communication received from the Matron reporting the number of patients in hospital. Your Committee would recommend: 1) That tenders be called for the construction of a receiving vault at the cemetery in accordance with the plans and specifications … Vol. 4, pg. 497 … now
Council “cordially endorses” Victoria council’s plan for a BC building at the (1893) Chicago World’s Fair. The Board of Health met to discuss the care and treatment of two Chinese lepers formerly employed by the CPR. Advertisement for a new Police Magistrate postponed for 3 months. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Martha Hazevoet and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 504-513 Vol. 4, pg. 504 Vancouver, September 28, 1891 The Council met on Monday, September 28, 1891. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Carrall, Scoullar, Templeton, Hobson, Brown, McDowell and Doering. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following communications were received and read: From the Post Master General acknowledging the receipt of the communication re the obstructions on Granville Street. Filed From the Market Clerk furnishing his weekly report. Filed From the Chief of Police furnishing report on the street lights. Filed From Wm. Fowler asking what action had been taken regarding the Slaughter Houses. Referred to Board of Health From the Provincial Secretary stating that he would furnish a list of those who had paid their poll tax. Referred to Finance Committee From C.E. Renouf, Secretary of the B.C. Agricultural Exhibition, Victoria, inviting the Mayor and Aldermen to be present on the 30th inst. Filed From R. Mills et al asking for the clear-…. Vol. 4, pg. 505 … -ing of a certain portion of 9th Avenue near Block 27. Referred to Board of Works From D.G. McDonald et al asking for the grading of Front Street. Referred to Board of Works From W.C. Weir, Baptist Preacher, recommending the appointment of Robert S. Caldwell as Police Officer. Referred to Police Committee From John Kinghorn, Kingston, Secretary to the Sir John McDonald National Memorial Association, enclosing subscription books etc. Laid over From M. Metcalfe et al asking for the grading of 14th Avenue from Westminster Avenue to Quebec Street. Referred to Board of Works From the City Clerk of Victoria forwarding a copy of a resolution passed by the Victoria Council endorsing a project of the Immigration Investment and Improvement Co. Ltd. for the erection of a building at the World Fair Chicago, made of British Columbia wood etc. Moved by Alderman Brown Seconded by Alderman Templeton That the communication received through the City Council of Victoria to have erected at the Chicago Fair a building made of British Columbia Woods surrounded by native shrubs be cordially endorsed. Carried Vol. 4, pg. 506 The following reports were received and read: Police The Police Committee met on Tuesday, September 22nd, 1891. Present: Aldermen Hobson, McDowell, Carrall and Scoullar. It was recommended: 1) That the following accounts be paid: John Sciutto, supplies $ 36.78 Gurney Cab Co. 4.75 2) That tenders be again invited for furnishing police uniforms, only one tender having been received. The following applications were received for the position of Police Officer: John O. Flynn, J.J. Carment, M. McLean,
Champion and White appointed as caretakers of the new city garbage burning facility at a joint salary of $75 per month. Board of Works to meet with the City Solicitor about how best to remove squatters from the City’s foreshore. Six additional intersections identified for future street lights, including 6th and Carolina. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Leah Minuk and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 524-534 [Vol 4 page 524] Vancouver Oct 19th 1891 The Council met on Monday October 19th 1891 Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Brown Wm & C.L. Brighouse, Carroll, Godfrey, Scoullar, Templeton, Hobson, McDowell. The Minutes of the last meeting were read, and adopted The following communications were received and read:- From S.H. Brown, Chairman of the Trustees of Zion Church asking for the Market hall free for one night each week when not otherwise engaged. Referred to Market Committee From Sydney C.D. Roper, Compiler of Statistics acknowledging receipt of letter from City Clerk. Filed. From Chas. A. Stoess asking for settlement of his account Referred to Board of Works From Wm Webster Manager of the U.S.S. Co asking for a settlement of the wharf account. Referred to Board of Health From the Market Clerk furnishing Weekly Report. Filed From Messrs.’ Eberts and Taylor serving a writ on the City for hydrant rental etc, Referred to Finance and City Solicitor From the Chief of Police reporting on the Street Lights Filed From McPhillips & Williams asking for the payment of the News Adertisers account [Volume 4 page 525] Moved by Alderman McDowell Seconded by Alderman Templeton That the account be paid if found correct. Carried From J.C. McLagan again insisting on an investigation of the News Advertisers advertising account. The Mayor referred the matter to the Finance Committee but it was moved by Alderman MacDowell Seconded by Alderman Brighouse that the matter be laid over. From Wm Ralph et al, asking that the lane in Block 3. O.G.T. be repaired. Referred to Board of Works From R.A. McMorran, asking for the sidewalking of 10th Av from Westminster Road to Prince Edward St. Referred to Board of Works From Andrew Engel, asking the Council to fix a date for testing the crematory. Moved by Alderman Templeton Seconded by Alderman Brighouse That the Council inspect the Crematory on Wednesday the 28th inst, at 2 p.m. Carried From W. J. Gallagher submitting a statement as to how the City advertising was done, and how it should be done. Referred to Finance Committee The following Reports were received and read:- Police The Police Committee met on Tuesday October 13th 1891. [Volume 4 page 526] Present Aldermen McDowell, Brown, Scoullar and Hobson. Alderman McDowell was appointed Chairman in place of ex-Alderman De Pencier. It was recommended:- 1. That the following accounts be paid:- Malcolm McLean, Salary as Special $80.00 Malcolm McLean, Notaries $55.00 McDonald Bros. Drayage 1.50 Hayes & McIntosh Supplies 17.75 John
Final price for City's purchase of Water Works was $452,530. $225 to be paid to A. Larwill for guarding lepers. Guard to be withdrawn and Mr Abbot of the CPR be notified. Police Officers allowed to receive rewards offered outside the City Limits for arrest of criminals and deserters for Her Majesty's ships. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Donna Kynaston and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 543-557 [Vol 4 page 543] Vancouver November 2nd 1891 The Council met on Monday November 2nd 1891. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Carroll, Brighouse, Scoullar, Godfrey, Templeton, Hobson, Wm Brown, McDowell, C.L. Brown and Doering. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following communications were received and read: From G.W. Thomas, Market Clerk, furnishing weekly report. Filed. From H.T. Ceperley stating that he would insure the City Hall for 4 per cent for three years. Referred to Finance Committee. From Tripper Thomson & Co applying for permission to stand with drays on the corner of Abbott and Hastings Streets. Referred to Police Committee. From J.C. Coldwell wishing to know why $200.00 should be granted to R.G. Mackay and E.J. Emanuels for making a voluntary enumeration of the City. Referred to the Finance Committee. From S. Elkins and Wm Brown applying for the position of Pound Keeper. Referred to the Police Committee. From H. Abbott drawing attention to the bad condition of Drake St between Homer and Richards. Referred to Board of Works. From D.W. Walker drawing attention to the evil of allowing rewards to go to the Police. Referred to Police Committee. From Mrs A.E. Webster thanking the [Vol 4 page 544] Council for the use of the Market Hall. Filed. From M Derosier [Desrosiers] asking for a sidewalk on the south side of Helmcken St. Referred to Board of Works. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From Mrs. Fairbairn et al asking for a crossing on the south side of Prior St on Westminster Av. Referred to Board of Works. From D.C. Coverley et al asking for a sidewalk on 7th Av to school house. Referred to Board of Works. The following reports were read: Finance The Finance Committee met on Friday October 30th 1891. Present: Aldermen Brown, Hobson & Carroll. It was recommended: 1. That the following accounts be paid: Daily Telegram, Printing $15.30 D. McRae, Table etc. 22.75 C.P. Telegraph Co. 9.38 2. That R.G. Mackay and E.J. Emanuels be informed that if the Dominion Government will accept their enumeration of the City as correct that they will be paid the amount claimed by them. W. Brown Chairman Moved by Alderman Brighouse Seconded by Alderman McDowell That the Report be adopted. Carried. [Vol 4 page 545] Board of Works The Board of Works met on Thursday October 29th 1891. Present: Aldermen Templeton (in the Chair), Wm Brown, C.L. Brown and Godfrey. It was recommended: 1.
A Special Meeting was held to appoint a Police Magistrate at a salary $125 per month. A. Williams was unanimously selected. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Bronwen Cripps and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 574-575 [Vol. 4, pg. 574] November 18, 1981 Vancouver November 18, 1891 A special meeting of Council was held on Wednesday November 18th, 1891 at 3 P.M. for the purpose of appointing a Police Magistrate. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Full Board of Aldermen. The meeting was private. Before taking into consideration the applications it was moved by Alderman Wm. Brown, seconded by Alderman Godfrey: 1. That the salary of the Police Magistrate be fixed at $125.00 per month 2. That his office hours commence no later than 10 a.m. and continue until the business in the Police Court is over and that he give one hour each day from 3 to 4 p.m. or until completion of business. 3. That neither he nor his partner or partners be allowed to practise in the Police Court or take any case or cases in any other court against the City or in which the City is interested. 4. That when he finds the By-laws ultra vires that he report at once to the City Solicitor and give his assistance to said Solicitor in order to have said By-Laws made right. Carried It was then moved by Alderman Templeton Seconded by Alderman Scoullar That the Council go into Committee of the whole for the consideration of the applications. Carried Alderman Templeton was appointed chair. The following applications were then read: F. Schofield, C.B. Jackson, T. B. Shoebotham, G.A. Jordon, A.Williams, D. Mc Dougall, T.T. Black, J.A. Russell, Will Ferris, and E. Nicoll. [Vol. 4, pg. 575] The Committee then proceeded to ballot and after a number were taken A. Williams was found to have received a majority. The Committee then rose and reported the selection of A. Williams. Moved by Alderman Templeton Seconded by “ C.L. Brown That the appointment of Mr. A. Williams as police Magistrate be made unanimous and that he be engaged subject to the foregoing conditions fixed by Council. Carried Moved by Alderman MacDowell Seconded by “ Hobson That the Government be asked to appoint Mr. Williams as Justice of the Peace for the Province to enable him to fill the office of Police Magistrate, as he has been appointed unanimously by Council Carried The following informal motions were passed: 1. That the City Solicitor be written to stating that the Council wishes him to carry the By-Laws and Charter to completion without delay. 2. That the F W & L Committee meet next Wednesday at 8 p.m. to go over By-Laws with Solicitor. The Council then adjourned C. L. Brown Chairman Thomas F. McGuigan City Clerk
A six foot sidewalk to be put on 7th Avenue to the Baptist Church, with stumps and roots “which may be obstructions” to be removed. The new Crematory (garbage burning) facility to be insured for $3,000. The City Clerk to have a sufficient number of ballot boxes for election purposes, said boxes to be made of galvanized iron. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Donna Kynaston and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 592-597 [Vol 4 page 592] Vancouver December 7th 1891 The Council met on Monday December 7th 1891. Present: Aldermen Carroll, Brighouse, Scoullar, Templeton, Hobson, Wm Brown, McDowell and C.L. Brown. Moved by Alderman Templeton Seconded by Alderman McDowell That Alderman Scoullar be appointed Chairman. Carried. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following communications were received and read: From Mayor Oppenheimer requesting the Council to order pipes for the extension of the water works system. Referred to Water Works Committee. From the Market Clerk reporting on the market receipts. Filed. From John McAllister drawing the attention of the Council to the manner in which F.K. Winch was carrying out his contract for the construction of the hose cart. Moved by Alderman Templeton Seconded by Alderman Wm Brown That John McAllister be invited to attend the next meeting of the Fire Water and Light Committee to be held at the City Hall on Wednesday the 9th day of December 1891 re his communication to Council. Carried. From James Nelson drawing the attention of the Council to the filthy condition of the [Vol 4 page 593] lane in Block 87, District Lot 196. Referred to the Board of Works. From E.C. Coldwell drawing attention to the non-completion of the order for the erection of electric lights on Keefer and Harris Streets. Referred to Board of F.W. & L. From J.T. Brown & Sons requesting that Howe St at the corner of Pender St be repaired. Referred to Board of Works. From the City Auditor submitting report of the receipts and expenditures for August. Referred to Finance Committee. From Andrew Engle drawing attention to the necessity of keeping competent men at the Crematory. Referred to Health Committee. From G.A. Jordan accepting the position of Police Magistrate. Filed. From the Chief of Police reporting on the Electric Lights. Filed. From G.W. Townsend asking for a street crossing on Westminster Road near M.J. Henry’s gardens. Referred to Board of Works. The following reports were received and read: Finance The Finance Committee met on Friday December 4th 1891. Present: Aldermen Brown, Scoullar, Hobson and Carroll. [Vol 4 page 594] It was recommended: 1. That the following accounts be paid: S.J. Tilley & Son, Stationery $52.40 2. That the City Solicitor be requested to return the cheque held by him for the purchase of portions of lots on Powell Street and that said cheque be cancelled. 3. That the City Clerk be instructed to have made a
Special Meeting to review purchase of the Vancouver Electric Light and Street Railway Co. and to revise the Liquor License By-Law. This transcript was made in 2016 by Transcribimus volunteer Anonymous and sponsored by Shirley Barnett original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 4 pages 611-612 [Vol. 4, pg. 611] Vancouver December 16th, 1891 The Council met on Wednesday December 16th 1891. Present. His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Carroll, Brighouse, Scoullar, Hobson, Wm Brown, McDowell, Doering and C.L. Brown. Moved by Alderman McDowell Seconded by “ Doering That the Council go into Committee of the Whole for the consideration of the proposition of the Electric Light Co. Carried Alderman Scoullar was appointed Chairman. A communication was read from J. W. Horne Esq. President of the Co. After due consideration it was moved by Alderman McDowell Seconded by Alderman C.L. Brown That the City accept the offer of the Company in accordance with the Company’s offer of the 15th inst for the purchase of their stock, and the securing of their debentures on the following basis:- For paid up Stock $162,000 “ Bonds 300,000 “ Other expenses etc. not to exceed 15,000 and a sum not to exceed $5,000 for the extension of the arc lights etc; and that a By-Law be introduced at the next meeting of Council covering the above agreement. Carried The Council then rose when it was moved by Alderman McDowell seconded by Alderman Templeton. That the motion passed in Committee of the Whole be sanctioned by Council. Carried The Council went into Committee of the Whole for the consideration of the liquor license [Volume 4 page 612] By-Law with Alderman McDowell in the Chair. The By-Law was read over clause by clause and reported as complete with amendments. The Council then adjourned. D. Oppenheimer Mayor Thos. F. McGuigan City Clerk