1895 Vancouver City Council Minutes

Mayor: Henry Collins Aldermen: Joseph Coupland (Ward 1) H. P. Shaw (Ward 1) W. H. Gallagher (Ward 2) C. L. Queen (Ward 2) D. McPhaiden (Ward 3) H. R. McCraney – resigned (Ward 3) James Clandenning – elected in byelection (Ward 3) William Brown (Ward 4) G. W. Thomas - resigned (Ward 4) Edwin Sanders – elected in byelection (Ward 4) Alexander Bethune (Ward 5) W. P. Brown - resigned (Ward 5) D. G. McDonald – elected in byelection (Ward 5) MADDEN, W. D., 2003, Elected Officials of Vancouver, [online], Internet Archive, https://archive.org/details/PAM200372/mode/2up April 1, 2020

Council for 1894 wrapped up business and heard final reports. Retiring Mayor Anderson and Alderman McDowell empowered to “represent the City in the Legislature to press the passage of the Charter Amendments” One last minute amendment to the City Charter was passed; that the non payment of taxes shall not debar parties from voting. This transcript was made in 2020 by Transcribimus volunteer  YVR Mike City of Vancouver Archives COV S 31 Volume 6 pages 376 – 384 original handwritten minutes from Jan 14 1895 10 am - click here [Volume 6 page] 376 Vancouver January 14, 1895 The council met on Monday January 14th 1895 at 10 a.m. Present Aldermen Shaw, Queen, McDowell, McCraney, McPhaiden, Wm Brown, C.L. Brown, and Bethune. Moved by Alderman McCraney Seconded by " C.L. Brown That Alderman Bethune be appointed Chairman. Carried. The Minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted. Mayor Anderson arrived and took the Chair. Communication From Alderman McDowell recommending certain improvements and alterations of the Crematory and Hospital. The following reports were received and read: Water Committee The Water Committee met on Tuesday January the 8th 1895 Present: Aldermen Wm. Brown, McPhaiden, and Bethune. Communications From McPhillips & Williams re Purdy & Williams estimate on Reservoir. Referred to the City Solicitor Messes Ralston & Sherdahl waited on the Board asking for a reduction in water rates on Water. [Volume 6 page] 377 Street property. It was resolved to wait until the meters placed on the first of January were read and to adjust the back rates on these readings. The following accounts were recommended for payment: Ths. H. Tracy. Expenses to Westminster $6.00 Western Dredging Co. Hire of Pile Driver 18.00 W. Hooper etal. Labor. 290.55 Geo Wright " 5.00 sgd Wm Brown Chairman Moved by Alderman McCraney Seconded by " McPhaiden That the report be adopted Carried. Police Committee The Police Committee met on Wednesday January 9th 1895. Present Aldermen C.L. Brown, McPhaiden and Wm Brown. The Minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted. The board then adjourned sine die. sgd C.L. Brown Chairman Moved by Alderman Wm. Brown Seconded by " McPhaiden That the report be adopted Carried. Finance Committee The Finance Committee met on Friday January the 11th 1895. Present - the full board. The following accounts were recommended for payment: J.J. Cowderoy Clerical work $37.50 G. A. Roedde Supplies $19.50 Telephone Co Rent 37.90 Van Elec Ry & L. Co Supplies 5.00 B.C. T & D Co. Posting 2.00 News Advertiser [???????] 4.40 H. Kersey Supplies &c 19.25 Crowder & Penzer Supplies 64.59 Ellen Bloomfield Supplies 40.00 A St G Hamersly Law Costs 799.58 A.J. Paterson Clerical Work 11.25 A.J. Paterson etal Labor 87.00 A telegram was read from Hanson Bros. stating that if a decisive answer was not received to their offer for debentures they would be compelled to withdraw it. The City Clerk was instructed to reply that a decisive answer would be sent when the decision on the legaity of the By-Law was given. sgd W. F. Salsbury Chairman Moved by Alderman McDowell Seconded by " Wm. Brown

Vancouver City Council received a delegation of three clergymen who urged the necessity of providing relief work for the unemployed. A By-law to borrow $150,000 for operating costs received second reading.

By-law to borrow $150,000 for this year’s expenses: loan to be repaid by Dec 31, 1895 from year's expected revenues. Tools and supplies needed for relief work in each ward will be purchased from a variety of different establishments. City Clerk to call for tenders for crushed rock, shovels, picks, etc, as well as for washing and for supply of bread.

Alderman McCraney was cleared of all wrongdoing in the recent awarding of the electric light contract. Weekly payroll for relief work in each ward was reviewed and approved. The City Engineer to meet with the Indian Agent to settle the right of way for the pipe line through the Indian Reserve on the Capilano River. This transcript was made in 2020 by Transcribimus volunteer  YVR Mike City of Vancouver Archives COV S 31 Volume 6 pages 431 - 438 original handwritten minutes for Feb 18, 1895 - click here [Volume 6 page] 431 Vancouver February 18th 1895 The Council met on Monday February 18th 1895 Present His Worship the Mayor. Aldermen Coupland, Shaw, Queen, Gallagher, McCraney, McPhaiden, Wm Brown, Thomas, Bethune and W.P. Brown. The Minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From F. S. Barnard offering to light the City at Cost price with interest at 7 per cent. Referred to the Water & Light Committee From C. Sweeny rendering an account for $15.00 for solicitor's fees. Moved by Alderman Bethune Seconded by " Queen That the amount be paid Carried. From John McLaren reporting on the Electric Lights. Filed From J. C. Vermilyeai asking for the refund of certain taxes. Referred to the Finance Committee From Otto Marstrand asking for a sidewalk on 5th Av.ii Referred to the Board of Works From L. J. Cady asking for a sidewalk on Carolina Street.iii Referred to the Board of Works. From the Board of Works referring back petition re change in the fire limits. No action taken. [volume 6 page 432] From F. Harris et al asking for improvements on Lansdown Street.iv Referred to the Board of Works From McPhillips and Williams, asking for a settlement on the Reservoir Contract Referred to the Water & Lights Committee From S. C. Kirby asking for the reduction of the assessment on the Opera House.v Filed. From E. P. Davis asking for the privilege of leasing the north end of Thurlow Street. Referred to the Board of Works From E. P. McGarrigle et al asking for the im provement of Richards Street. Referred to the Board of Works From Robert Barker et al, asking for a side walk on Drake Street. Referred to the Board of Works From E. A. Marshall et al petitioning to have the postal rate for Mount Pleasant reduced to the original rate.vi Moved by Alderman Bethune Seconded by " W.P. Brown That the City Clerk be instructed to forward the petition to the Post Master General with the request that the prayer of the petition be granted. Carried. [volume 6 page] 433 The following reports were received and read:- Finance Committee The Finance Committee met on Monday February 18th 1895 Present the full Board. Resolved That Mr. Sutherland be notified to take prodeed- ings for the collection of all poll taxes in arrears im- meadiately. Resolved. That the City Solicitor be instructed to take the necessary steps for the collection of the monies owing for clearing in D.L. 185. Resolved. That the School

The Finance Committee was authorized to arrange with D. McGillivray in regard to laying streetcar rails on Hastings and Granville Streets. Meanwhile, the Council reminded the Street Railway company that their permission to build on Robson Street had been rescinded in November 1894.

G.F. Baldwin was put in charge of the Finance & Treasury Department, A. W. Scouller was put in charge of the Health & Plumbing Department, and .J. Brenton was appointed Poll Tax Collector and License Inspector. A By-Law was drafted to appoint a Trustee, and the Street Railway was discussed.Continue Reading

Council granted The Vancouver Associated Football Team's request that the chain gang rake off stones from the Cambie Street Recreation grounds. MacRae & Hall selected to build two wheels for the engine at Fire Hall No. 3 at a cost of thirty nine dollars and ninety nine cents.   Contractors notified to remove their tools, barrels, etc. from Stanley Park; otherwise the City would dispose of them. A dangerous tree on Grant Street was ordered cut down. This transcript was made in 2020 by Transcribimus volunteer  Gerald Soon Illustration: Group portrait Vancouver Football TeamCity of Vancouver Archives AM54-S4-: VLP 143 Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesCOV S 31 Volume 6 pages 473 – 483 To see or download the original handwritten minutes from March 18, 1894, click on the buttons below (three parts) part one:Mar 18 1895 | part one part two:Mar 18 1895 | part two part three:Mar 18 1893 | part three     [Volume 6 page] 473 Vancouver March 18th 1895 The Council met on Monday March 18th 1895.Present – His Worship, the Mayor, and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, McCraney, Wm Brown, Thomas, W.P. Brown, and Bethune.The Minutes of last meetings were read and adopted. Communications From James McPhee etal asking that a License be imposed on all electric wiremen.Referred to the Water & Light Committee From John McLaren reporting on the Electric Lights. Filed. From F.P. Bishop Secretary of the Trades & Labor Council opposing the granting of a Franchise to the Street Railway Co for 25 years.Acknowledge and file. From Geo Martin asking for the opening up of Heather Street.Referred to the Board of Works From N.C. Schou, Reeve of Burnaby asking the Council to petition the Government to open up a road through Hastings Townsite. Laid over. From Wulffsohn & Bewicke asking for a share of the City’s Insurance.Referred to the Finance Committee. From Alfred Flett, Deputy Provincial Secretary refusing to pay any further grants until Dr. McGuigan’s account for vaccination was settled.Referred to the City Solicitor From Geo Martin complaining that the parties [Volume 6 page] 474 clearing on the cemetery grounds were felling trees to the injury of the road.Referred to the City Engineer to investigate and report to the Health Committee The following Reports were received and read. Water & Light Committee The Water & Light Committee met on Wednesday March 15th 1895.Present – the full Board.Communications From the Park Commissioners asking to have old tools, barrels, etc removed from the Park Road near the reservoir.Resolved that the Contractors be notified to remove them within one week otherwise the City will dispose of them. From Clement Mundy notifying the City that he has filed a lien against the reservoir.Referred to the City Solicitor From E. Crow Baker asking if the City is prepared to let a contract for Street Lighting.The Secretary was instructed to write Mr Baker that the City intends to call for tenders for Street LightingIt was resolved to call for tenders for lights both incandescent and

Thomas Dunn's store [pictured here] given the City hardware contract. Mr. Mason, a jeweller, was granted permission to put a watch sign on the sidewalk, on the condition that he might be asked to remove it in future.An additional $200 was granted to each of the five wards for relief work. 

Council set themselves remuneration of $300 each per year. $25 was granted for the burial of John Johnston, and $100 for the burial of former mayor M. A. MacLean [monument pictured]. Meanwhile, Hospital matron McFie’s recommendation that nurses be paid more was laid over. H. Boardman and neighbours asked for a small bridge on 6th Ave west of Cedar Street. Library Board granted $1,000 out of this year’s appropriation.Continue Reading

The object of the meeting was to consider the agreements for the leasing of the following streets for street railway purposes viz:- Hastings Street between Carrall and Cambie Streets, Granville Street from Cordova to Robson, Robson from Granville to Denman Street, Denman from Robson to Alberni, Alberni from Denman to Chilco and Chilco north to the Park Bridge.Continue Reading

Vancouver’s overall income for 1895 was expected to be 434,654.65. The largest expense items were $107,607.85 for Interest and the Sinking Fund (previous debt) and $48,564 for the School Board. The smallest items were $5,000 for the Parks Commissioners and $3,600 for the Free Library Board. [Picture shows entrance door to the City Free Library and Reading Room, then located in the Y. M. C. A. building on Hastings Street]. This transcript was made in 2020 by Transcribimus volunteer Rachel Tsui Illustration: City of Vancouver Archives reference number AM54-S4-: SGN 136 [Entrance Door to the YMCA Reading Room] original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver Archives COV S 31 Volume 6 pages 548 – 557 to see original handwritten minutes for this date, click here [Volume 6 Page] 548 Vancouver May 2nd 1895. The council met on Thursday May 2nd 1895. Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Queen, Gallagher, McCraney, McPhaiden, Wm Brown, Thomas, Bethune, and W. P. Brown. The object of the meeting was to consider the Estimates, and such other business as might be brought up. The Council went into Committee of the Whole for the consideration of the Estimates. They were considered clause by clause and, finally adopted as follows: Estimated Expenditures 1895 Finance Committee Salaries Treasurer $1500.00 Accountant 1200.00 City Clerk 1200.00 Auditor 720.00 Solicitor 2000.00 Poll Tax Collector 745.00 Treas. Assistant 755.00 Typewriter etc. 720.00 Temporary 4 mos @$60.00 240.00 Mayor’s Grant 1200.00 Aldermen’s Grant 3000.00 City Hall Fuel 460.00 City Hall Lights 250.00 Stationary Printing & Advertising 3000.00 Telephone 48.00 Interest: Exchange etc. 4000.00 [Volume 6 Page] 549 Insurance $650.00 Election Expenses 600.00 Legal Expenses 3000.00 Assessment Board 1000.00 Contingencies 3000.00 Frontage Tax 9988.25 Children’s Home 500.00 Total $39 776.25 Water & Light Committee. Salaries Clerk $950 Assistant Clerk 600 Stationery 380 Telephones 150 Maintenance General 4000 Maintenance Sub main 500 Maintenance N side 3500 Maintenance Shop 200 Tools 250 Contingencies 1400 Extensions 4000 New main 10000 Street lights 18250 Total $44,180 [Volume 6 Page] 550 Free Library Board Electric Lighting $280 Printing & Binding 175 Rent 500 Salaries 1200 Magazines, papers etc. 300 Fuel 75 Insurance, Maps, Catalogues etc. 70 New Books 1000 [total] $3600 Board of Works Salaries Engineer $2200 Clerk 900 Chairman 660 [*summation 3760+240=4000*] Extra 240 Stationery 250 Street Cleaning 1500 2 Street Sprinklers etc 1000 Street Improvements 25350 Broken Rock Relief etc. [above two items grouped with right curly bracket] Sewer Repairs 1000 Sewer Extensions 1000 Bridge Repairs 1000 Surface drains 1000 House Numbers 100 Street Scrapers 180 Contingencies 2000 Street Repairs 7500 [total] $45880 Street Railway 9000 [total]$54880 [Volume 6 page] 551 Park Commissioners Maintenance, Salary, Feed +c. $2500 Repairs to roads etc. $2500 $5000 Police Committee Chief of Police $1200 Sergeant 960 10 Police @ $70.00 8400 1 “ @ 60. 600 Constable 120 Caretaker 300 Pound Keeper 600 Policemen 2 mos. 140 Magistrate 1800 Telephone 36 Uniforms 600 Board of Prisoners 1550 Transport 85 Clothing 85 Pound Expenses 50 Contingencies 250 Total $16776 [Volume

Mr. C. M. Beecher wrote to Council regarding the poor condition of Dunlevy Avenue leading to Hastings Mill (pictured above). S.H. Boardman etal asking for a small culvert across the ravine at 6th Av Fairview west of Cedar Street W. K. Mason's dairy to supply milk to the City at 16 3/4 cents per gallon. The question of liability for the scow load of gravel accidentally dumped into False Creek was referred to the City Solicitor. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Gerald Soon. Illustration: detail of Hastings Mill 1898 on Wikimedia Commons (originally from Library and Archives Canada online database) Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesCOV S31 Volume 6 pages 569 - 579to see or download photos of the original pages from May 13th 1896 click the buttons below: May 13 1896 part one May 13 1896 part two May 13 1896 part three [Volume 6 page] 569 Vancouver May 13th 1895The Council met on Monday May 13th 1895Present – His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Gallagher, Queen, McCraney, McPhaiden, Wm Brown, Thomas, W. P. Brown and Bethune The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From C. M. Beecher, B. C. Mills, drawing attention to the condition of Dunlevy Avenue leading to Hastings Mill.Referred to the Board of Works From G. S. Gore, Surveyor General stating that the Government would fix the road leading to the cemetery when funds were available. Filed. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed From Abray & Wellington asking that a new side be built around the Cosmopolitan Hotel.Referred to the Board of Works From James England on behalf of the orphans and thanking the Council for placing an amount in the Estimates for them. Filed From John Devine claiming that property on Oppenheimer Street and Keefer was being destroyed.Referred to the Police Committee [Volume 6 page] 570 ReportsThe following were received and read:- Water Committee The Water Committee met on Wednesday May 8th 1895Present – Aldermen Wm Brown, Bethune, McCraney, Coupland and Gallagher Communications From J. W. McFarland and C. E. Tisdall asking to have street lights removed from Alberni Street to the corner of Burrard and Georgia. Laid over From W. T. Steward asking if the Committee will accept his tender for electric lighting if it is the lowest.Resolved that he be informed that when tenders are received the Committee intends to deal with them in what they consider to be in the best interests of the City From S. H. Boardman etal asking to have water pipes extended on 6th Av.Laid over for the Secretary to examine and report. It was resolved to give Dr. I. W. Powell a note of $20.00 per month for two years for an elevator for the Inns of Court building. The foreman’s report of work done during the month of April was received and filed. It was resolved to order one bilge pump and one pressure pump. It was resolved to call

Monday June 3 1895 was declared a Vancouver half holiday in honour of the visit of the Grand Lodge of the Knights of Pythias. The Chief of Police supplied his customary report on Vancouver’s electric lights, which must have been unsatisfactory, as Council upheld the Fire Water and Light Committee’s recommendation that the City not continue its lighting arrangement with the Consolidated Railway & Light Company.

The Liquor License By-Law was completed; any infractions must be prosecuted within seven days. Jeweller Geo E. Trorey asked permission to erect a watch sign in front of his store on Cordova Street [pictured here to the left of large Johnson & Kerfoot sign]. The Chief of Police was instructed to “prevent bicycle racing on Cordova Street... and that a rate of travel exceeding 5 miles an hour be not allowed”. The Fire Department received more than forty applications in response to its advertisement for firemen. The Health Department ordered the pigeons at the City Hospital to be shot, as there had been previous complaints from the hospital matron of ongoing pigeon “nuisance” (excrement). This transcript was made in 2020 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance Illustration: City of Vancouver Archives reference number AM54-S4-: Str P336 [Big Outfit Starting for Klondike...Cordova St., 1898] Original Text: City of Vancouver Archives COV S 31 Volume 6 pages 609 – 621 Vancouver June 10th 1895 to see original handwritten minutes for this date, click here to download a formatted transcript for this date, including tables, click here1895-06-jun-10-transcript The Council met on Monday June 10th at 8 P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, Wm Brown, Thomas, Bethune, and W.P. Brown. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Cook and Dunlap stating that to save trouble they had made arrangements with St George & Co for the supply of valves for the sprinklers which resulted in not being able to finish their contract on time and they asked to be favored with the time necessary to finish same. The City Clerk was instructed to write to them to finish the sprinklers as soon as possible. From Geo Bartley, Secretary of the Dominion Day Celebration Committee, asking for a grant of $1000.00 for celebrating purposes. Moved by Alderman Shaw Seconded by “ McPhaiden That the sum of $1000 be donated by Council in aid of the 1st of July celebrations that a portion of it be retained for Labor Day. No action taken From H. H. Spicer & Co asking the Council to refund them the money paid out by them for wetting their building to prevent fires and that in [Volume 6 page] 610 future that they get a rebate on the water rates to make up for such expenditure. Referred to the Water & Light Committee From J. Wulffsohn stating that he had been appointed German Consul for this Port. Filed From the City Clerk stating that he had examined the petition from H. S. Rowling etal wherein the owners in Block 108, D. L. 196 agreed to give 5 ft each of their lots for lane purposes and found that three of them had not signed. The City Clerk was instructed to return the petition to have it completed. From D. McLean etal asking for a six ft sidewalk on the west side of Carl Ave between Prior St and Grove

The $500 reward for information about the Sunbury murder from 1890 [ad pictured here] was given to George Morley and Mr. Butler.  The Federal government advised they had contributed $1000 toward the keep of the Darcy Island lepers.  The proper proportion would be allocated to Vancouver's share of the lepers' maintenance. Water pipes will be installed to the English Bay bathing sheds.

Aldermen Coupland and Gallagher moved that four policemen be dismissed; the Mayor ruled that motion out of order. The Mayor’s decision was upheld four to five. All homeowners were advised to remove “noxious weeds” on their properties and Ward Foremen were to clear them out from the same. Houses shown are in the West End. This transcript was made in 2020 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick Illustration: City of Vancouver Archives Reference number Str P13 Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver Archives COV S 31 Volume 6 pages 649-661 to see original handwritten minutes for this date, click here City Council Minutes – Vancouver July 8th 1895 [Volume 6, Page 649] The Council met on Monday July 8th 1895 at 8 p m. Present: His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, William Brown, Thomas, Bethune and W. P. Brown. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From the Gas Co asking for a share of the City lighting. Referred to the Water & Light Committee. From T. Harrobin etal, asking for the opening up of a lane in Block 14, DL 200A. Referred to the Board of Works. From A. E. Beck stating that the County Court would be held on Tuesday the 30th instant. Filed. From Drs. Thomas & Brydone-Jack, Miss Macfie and E. Seacome etal, in reference to the disease, death and burial of Septimus Dale {who died of Typhus}. Referred to the Health Committee From A. G. Ferguson, Chairman of the Park Commissioners asking for an additional grant of $500.00 Moved by Alderman Shaw; Seconded by Alderman McPhaiden That the Park Commissioners be voted $5000 to finish the Park Road now under construction. Carried. From R. A. Anderson furnishing a copy of the evidence shewing the ownership of the slot machines. Referred to the Police Committee. From A. St G. Hamersley, stating that it would be necessary to search the records to ascertain the liabilities of the owners in Block 108, D L 196 who desire to convey land for a lane. Referred to the Fire Committee. [Volume 7, Page 650] From the Acting Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From C. D. Rand, Secretary of the Celebration Committee furnishing a record of the receipts and expenditures in connection with the 1st of July Celebrations. Referred to Finance Committee. From G. F. Baldion reporting on the qualifications of the Mayor and Aldermen elected in Jan 1895. Filed. From W. B. Ross asking for explanations regarding his arrest. Filed. The following reports were received and read. Water & Light Committee The Water & Light Committee met on Wednesday June 26th 1895. Present: Aldermen Brown, Coupland, Gallagher and Bethune. Communications From W. T. Steward making an offer to light the City. Laid over till next meeting. From C. G. Johnson, asking to have the water supply improved at his house on 8th Avenue. This committee recommends that A. W. Scoullar be instructed to examine water services and report any

The Texas Lake Ice Co. [pictured] asked that the City water main be sapped to supply water to their offices and warehouse. The Finance Committee approved payment of $10 to Chief Capilano for pasturage related to the Water Works, but turned down the School Board’s request for an additional $1000 to make repairs to and add drainage around the Mount Pleasant School. The Committee considered a charge of $100.00 by the Brockton Point Athletic Association for Canada Day festivities to be excessive. Alderman Bethune and Brown were added to the Police Committee.Continue Reading

Newly-elected Aldermen appointed to the Committees on which the members who resigned occupied positions. S. Astell was refused a laundry license, and his application fee was returned. This transcript was made in 2020 by Transcribimus volunteerDarrin Pezer / Proactive Building maintenanceIllustration: City of Vancouver Archivesreference number Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesCOV S 31 Volume 6 pages 687 – 692 to see original handwritten minutes for this date, click here The Council met on Monday August 5th 1895. [Volume 6 page] 687 Present, His Worship, the Mayor, and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, James, Clandening, Edwin Sanders, Bethune, and Daniel G. McDonald. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From the City Clerk stating that Messrs James Clandening, Edwin Sanders and Daniel G. McDonald had been elected for Wards 3, 4 & 5 respectively to fill the vacancies on the Aldermanic Board in said wards. Filed From John McLaren tendering his resignation as Chief of Police Moved by Alderman CouplandSeconded by “ Gallagher That the communication be referred to the Police Committee Moved in amendment by Alderman ShawSeconded by Alderman McPhaiden That his resignation be accepted. Amendment lost; motion carried From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed From the Chief of Police asking instructions as to the prosecution of parties who violated the Sunday Closing By Law previous to the decision of Judge Drake. Referred to the Police Committee [Volume 6 page] 688 From A. E. Lees etal asking for a sidewalk at the cemetery. Referred to the Board of Works From S. Astell again asking for a laundry license. Moved by Alderman Gallagher Seconded by “ Queen That his communication be acknowledged and his money returned and that he be informed that it is not the Council’s intention to grant him a license. Carried From F. P. Bishop, Secretary of the Trades and Labor Council asking that the beach at English Bay be cleared of rocks, buoys placed for the guidance of bathers and that a life boat be stationed at the bath house. Referred to the Board of Works From J. Twigg asking permission to move a wooden building from Lot 12, B. 6, 541 to Lots 7 & 8, B 13. 196. Referred to the W & L Committee From the City Treasurer submitting statement of unpaid accounts for clearing in D. L. 185. Referred to the Finance Committee From J. Carnahan etal asking that finer rock be put on Keefer Street Referred to the Board of Works [Volume 6 page] 689 From M. G. McLean complaining about filthy water being run over his lots. Referred to the Health Committee From Geo Cassady & Co asking for the rocking of Smythe Street. Referred to the Board of Works From G. A. Roedde complaining about not getting fair play from the Library Board in competition with the News Advertiser. Moved by Alderman Gallagher Seconded by “ Queen That the communication be sent to the Library Board Carried The following

The Plumbing Inspector reported there was "no foundation" for E. Nicoll's injury claim due to falling into a ditch on Pender Street. The City Engineer to deliver details on each payment made during the construction of the reservoir and the details of the Robson Street streetcar agreement. September 2 1895 declared a public holiday for Labour Day. BC Government representative W. S. Gore informed Vancouver and South Vancouver that there were no funds to build a sidewalk to the Cemetery. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance Illustration: City of Vancouver AM54-S4-: Str P265C. F. Foreman Grocer, northeast corner of Westminster Ave (Main Street) and Princess (Pender) Street ca. 1895 Original handwritten documents: COV S31 Volume 6 pages 710 - 719to see images of these pages, click on the buttons below August 19 1895 part one August 19 1895 part two [Volume 6 page] 710 Vancouver August 19th 1985The Council met on Monday August 19th 1895 at 8 P. M.Present: His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, Sanders, Bethune and McDonald.The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From J. W. Johnston reporting on the electric lights.Filed From G. W. Jamieson etal asking for the opening up of a lane between Prince Edward & Scotia Streets.Referred to the Board of Works From W. C. Macey etal asking that Ward 5 west of Centre Street be added to Ward one.Filed From Canonica & Roberts proprietors of the SunnySide Hotel be allowed to place grates in the sidewalk as asked for by petition subject to the approval of the City Engineer.Carried From F. P. Bishop, Secretary of the Trades & Labor Council sending complimentary tickets for the Labor Day excursion to Nanaimo on Monday September 2nd 1895 and asking the Mayor to proclaim Monday the 2nd prox a public holiday. Moved by Alderman GallagherSeconded by “ Queen [Volume 6 page] 711 That the invitation be accepted with thanks and that the Mayor proclaim Monday the 2nd September a public holiday.Carried From Mrs. E. Gold asking permission to erect an iron addition to the Albion Hotel.Referred to the Board of Works From J. Buntzen etal regarding the grading of Robson Street.Referred to the Board of Works From F. Allen asking for the opening up of Bidwell Street to Coal Harbour.Referred to the Board of Works From John Evans etal asking for assistance to send the widow of John Johnston home.Referred to the Health Committee From Harris, McGill & Welsh Bros etal asking the Council to pay the accounts for material furnished Messrs Purdy & Williams on the Reservoir Contract.Referred to the City Solicitor From Geo Martin, Clerk of South Vancouver, stating that his Council would cooperate with the City Council in petitioning the Government to lay a sidewalk to the Cemetery.Filed From W. S. Gore, Dept. Comm. Of Lands & Works stating that there were no funds to build a sidewalk to the Cemetery.Filed From W. S. Gore stating

Street cars south of Robson Street on Granville Street to run every twenty minutes (increased from every thirty minutes). Hospital patient Charles Freund, who was being pressed for his hospital account, stated that he would pay at the end of he fishing season. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Anonymous. Illustration: City of vancouver ArchivesVancouver electric railway car turning north onto Carrall St from Cordova St Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31 Volume 6pages 720 - 730 To see or download images of the handwritten minutes for this date, click on the buttons below (three parts) 1895-08-aug-26-part-1Aug 26 1895 | part one 1895-08-aug-26-part-2Aug 26 1895 | part two 1895-08-aug-26-part-3Aug 26 1895 | part three [Volume 6 page] 720 Vancouver August 26th 1895 The Council met on Monday August 26th 1895.Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, Clandening, Brown, Sanders, Bethune + McDonald.The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From D. A. McKenzie etal asked for a sidewalk on Bridge Street.Referred to the Board of Works. From Wilson + Hooper asking for information regarding their powers under their Auctioneers License.Referred to the City Solicitor From Harris + McMill notifying the Council that Ab Sy etal would in future pay all market fees under protest.Referred to the Fire, M. + P. Committee from F. Elworthy Secretary to the B. C. Board of Trade asking for an electrotype view of the City.Referred to the Finance Committee From the City Solicitor stating that it would be illegal to incur a debt to be paid out of next year’s revenue.Filed From the City Solicitor stating that if the Council wishes the cars to be run oftener than every 30 minutes on Granville Street South of Robson it will be necessary to pass a resolution requiring them to do so, in any event they cannot be compelled to run oftener than every twenty minutes.Filed [Volume 6 page] 721 From the City Solicitor stating that it would be illegal for Major general Twigg to erect a corrugated iron grate on Hastings Street within the Fire Limits.Filed From the Gas Co. Making an offer for lighting the City.Referred to the Water + Light Committee. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights.Filed From J. H. Smith etal asking the Council not to grant a license to laundry Keefer on Lot 30. B. 34, 541.Referred to the F. M + P. Committee From the City Engineer submitting copy of estimates on reservoir and profile of Robson Street.Filed for reference. The following Reports were received and read:- Board of Works The Board of Works met on August 22nd 1895.Present Aldermen Shaw, Sanders, McPhaiden and McDonald. Communications From the City Engineer estimating the cost of grading Broughton Street, as asked for by Mr. Fee, at $700. If only surface graded it would cost $150.00 including a 3 plank walk.Filed. from the City Clerk in reference to the agreement re Granville Street track South of Robson

Six City officers' positions were merged into three, and thirty days' notice was given to four officers . William Ward appointed Police Chief. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteers Hal Bell-Irving original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesSeries 23-A Volume 3 pages 626-628 To see or download handwritten minutes from this date, click on the button below. September 4, 1895 (three pages)Sep 4, 1895 The Council met on Wednesday September 4th 1895, at 7:30 P.M.Present: His Worship, the Mayor and full Board of Aldermen. On motion the Council adjourned for half an hour to talk over matters informally. On reassembling it was moved by Alderman Bethune, Seconded by Alderman Brown,That - the offices of Poll Tax Collector and Assessor be amalgamated, also the offices of Health Inspector & Plumbing Inspector and the offices of Milk Inspector & License Inspector/Carried Moved by Alderman Coupland,Seconded by Alderman Gallagher,That - the Poll Tax Collector, Milk Inspector, Health Inspector and Plumbing Inspector be given 30 days notice that their services will not be required by the City after the said 30 days,Carried Moved by Alderman Gallagher, Seconded by Alderman Coupland, That - the clerical work in the Water Works Department be turned over to the financial department.Lost Moved by Alderman Clandenning,Seconded by Alderman McPhaiden,That - the Council proceed to ballot for the appointment of a Chief of Police.Carried The following made application for the position.A.D. McDonald, Wm. Ward, James McGeer, J.C. Cruchank, R.E. Green, J.W. Johnston, R.S. Colwell, M.T.L. Lloyd, J.M. Steward, Thos Crawford, Thos English, James Hislop, J.R. Alexander, A. Whitaker, Hugh Condrew, Sam Greer & T. W. Haywood. Moved by Alderman Clandenning,Seconded by Alderman Coupland,That - T.W. Haywood's name be struck off the list - his application not having been in on time.Carried The Council then proceeded to ballot: After two were taken it was found that W. Ward received the majority of the votes, It was thus moved by Alderman Gallagher,Seconded by Alderman Coupland,That - W. Ward be appointed Chief of Police at a salary of $100 per month.Carried Moved by Alderman Brown,Seconded by Alderman Clandenning,That - applications be called for the combined positions of Poll Tax Collector and Assessor, Health Inspector & Plumbing Inspector & Milk Inspector and License Inspector. Such applications to be received up to Wednesday, Sept 25th 1895. Carried Notice of Motion Alderman Gallagher gave notice that at next meeting of Council he would move for an account of the charges Mr. Hamersley has made to parties borrowing money from the City and any other matters connected with the Loaning Board and Mr. Hamersley’s charges to same. The Council then adjourned. Henry CollinsMayor Thos. McGuiganCity Clerk

Consolidated Railway & Light offered $250 to address the damage done to Robson Street, provided the city released the company from any further liability. A motion to defer the decision one week resulted in five Aldermen voting in favour, five against. The final tie-breaking vote was cast by Mayor Henry Collins. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer / Proactive Building Maintenance. Illustration: COVA Reference Code: AM54-S4-: Str P265[Exterior of C.F. Foreman Wholesale and Retail Grocer on the northeast corner of Westminster Avenue (Main Street) and Princess Street (Pender Street)] [ca. 1895] Original handwritten minutes: COV S31 Volume 6 pages 752 - 764 To see or download pictures of the original minutes click on the buttons below (three parts): part one:Sep16 1895 | part one part two:Sep 16 1895 | part two part three:Sep 16 1895 | part three [Volume 6 page] 752 Vancouver September 16th 1895 The Council met on Monday September 16th 1895. Present: His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, Bethune and McDonald. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights.Filed From M.A. Morrison, drawing attention to irregularities in connection with shipping. Moved by Alderman McPhaidenSeconded by “ BrownThat the communication be filed.Carried From J. Buntzen, Business Manager of the Con Ry & Light Co stating that they would disconnect the electric wires attached to the water pipes.Filed From the City Solicitor stating that D.R. Young would have to take out a Transient Traders License.Filed From the City Solicitor advising the City to pay what was due Dr Kendall the City into Court.Referred to the Finance Committee From the City Solicitor stating that he did not know whether Capt. Mellon was the Principal Justice in the Police Court or not.Referred to the F. M & P committee. From Mrs Gregson thanking the Council for the assistance given her. Filed [Volume 6 page] 753 From the City Treasurer stating that he had refused to sign the school cheques the vouchers not being signed by the Mayor and City Clerk.Referred to the City Solicitor From D.W. Kells, applying for a position on the Police Force.Filed From J Purdy, Night Watchman, asking for an increased grant.Referred to the F. M & P Committee From D.M. Bruce etal, asking for a sidewalk on Harris Street.Referred to the Board of Works From John Gilchrist stating that Dr. Thomas had rendered an account to him for examining the corpse of his wife on board the Premier.Referred to the Health Committee. From C.H. Barnwell, asking the Council to take means to compel R.A. Anderson to appear and make oath as to his statements regarding him Barnwell.Filed From C.F. Bosomworth submitting a declaration regarding the business of R.A. Anderson & Co in 1894 in connection with the sale of liquor.Moved by Alderman GallagherSeconded by “ McDonaldThat the communication be turned over to the Licensing Board.Carried From C.F. Mills etal, petitioning for the opening

Council, concerned by press accounts that some individual or entity had asked for Deadman's Island, wrote to the Provincial Government to ask, "that the Island should be placed under the care of the corporation of Vancouver for the benefit of its citizens in connection with Stanley Park." This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Anonymous. Illustration: CIty of Vancouver Archives ST PK P47Showing Squatters Houses on Deadman's Island Original handwritten minutes:City of Vancouver Archives Series 31 Volume 6pages 774 – 783 to see or download images of the original handwritten minutes, click on the buttons below (three parts): 1895-09-sep-30-part-1-vancouver-city-council-minutesSep 30 1895 | part one 1895-09-sep-30-part-2-vancouver-city-council-minutesSep 30 1895 | part two 1895-09-sep-30-part-3-vancouver-city-council-minutesSep 30 1895 | part three [Volume 6 page] 774 Vancouver September 30th 1895. The Council met on Monday September 30th 1895. Present Acting Mayor Brown, and Aldermen Copeland, Gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Sanders, Bethune and McDonald.The Minutes of last meeting were read, and adopted. Communications From Joseph Kelly and Fred Jackson complaining that they were not paid in full on the D. K. Campbell contract for laying the new water main.Referred to the Water + Light Committee From A. T. Ingram, asking for permission to draw earth from the lane between Comox and Pendrell Streets West of Bute Street.Referred to the Board of Works. From Wm Ward reporting on the Electric Lights.Filed. From R. A. Muskett, asking for a road to his house on Fairview.Referred to the Board of Works. From L. Barclay etal, asking for the opening up of Grant Street.Referred to the board of Works. From T. F. Neelands stating that he deserved to connect with the Sewer but that it was too high.Referred to the Board of Works. From Robert Burtwell complaining about people peddling without a license.Referred to the F. M. + P. Committee From J. Buntzen Business Manager of the Consolidated Railway and Light Co. Stating that he would change the running of the cars if the City still desired it.Referred to the Board of Works. [Volume 6 page] 775 From Mrs. Clara A. Rogers asking for the improvement of Broughton Street at the corner of Robson St.Referred to the Board of Works. From G. W. Westbrook asking for permission to erect a hitching post on Cordova St. No 160.Referred to the Board of Works From R. S. Forbes, asking for a crossing on the corner of Pender + Jervis Streets.Referred to the Board of Works. From C. T. Steward, asking for an extension of 15 days to the allotted time for signing the electric light contract.Moved by Alderman GallagherSeconded by “ CouplandThat the extension asked for be granted.Carried From Mrs. Brown, and other ladies representing the W. C. T. U. Asking the Council to contribute a sum for the support of a home for young girls arriving friendless in the City.Moved by Alderman Gallagher.Seconded by “ McDonald.That the communication be referred to the Finance Committee.Carried The following Reports were received and read. Finance Committee The Finance Committee met on Friday September 27th

Council "cannot grant requests" from J. Raney and H. H. Davis asking to be permitted to do certain work and allow the same to stand against their respective taxes: the City Solicitor had given his opinion that this would not be legal. The City Auditor to give the new Tax Collector records of all who had paid and those "unaccounted for." The Tax Collector to keep alphabetized records of who had paid. The City Engineer reported on a number of projects referred to him. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Gerald Soon Original handwritten minutes:COV S31 Vol 6 pages 791 - 800 To see or download photos of the original handwritten Vancouver City Council minutes for October 14, 1895, click on the buttons below: part one:Oct 14 1895 | part one part two:Oct 14 1895 | part two [Volume 6 page] 791 Vancouver October 14th 1895The Council met on Monday October 14th 1895 Present – His Worship Mayor Collins and Aldermen Coupland, Gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, Sanders, Bethune and McDonald.The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communication From James McGeer asking for the Market Hall in which to deliver a lecture.Referred to the Market Committee From John Watt & Co submitting the names of Hugh Hackit and S. Harcus as their bondsmen on Robson Street contract.Moved by Alderman McPhaidenSeconded by “ Queen.That the Bondsmen be approved and the contract authorized and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk. Carried. From the City Auditor certifying to the corrections of the City’s Accounts for July and August. Filed From Miss Geraldine Reid asking for assistance for sending a Mrs. Ramsbottom east. Filed From Hodgson & Co asking that the lanes of the City be named.Referred to the Board of Works From T.T. Black applying for the position of Police Magistrate; also from the Vancouver Bar recommending that Joseph A. Russell be appointed to the positionBoth laid over [Volume 6 page] 792 From F.C. Cotton, M.P.P. and J.H. Horne Ex M.P.P. explaining the pledges given by the late Hon John Robson regarding Dead Man’s IslandMoved by Alderman GallagherSeconded by “ Clandenning That copies of these letters be forwarded to the Premier, the Provincial Secretary and Chief Commissioner of Lands & Works. Carried From A. MacDonald, City Electrical Inspector stating that the water pipes were not injured through being connected with the electric wires.Referred to the Water & Light Committee From Wm Beattie applying for a position in the market.Referred to the Market Committee From James McQueen applying for improvements at the corner of Bute & Haro StreetsReferred to the Board of Works From Edwin Mackin, Scretary of the Free Library explaining matters in connections with G.A. Roedde and the binding contract. Filed From Wm Ward reporting on the electric lights. Filed The following Reports were received and read:- Fire, Market & Police Committee The Fire, Market & Police Committee met on Friday October 11th 1895Present – the Full Board, The following accounts were recommended for payment:-Askings & Johnson

Special meeting to settle sale of City land to Arthur C. Henderson of Chilliwack and to limit the salary of the incoming Police Magistrate to $1,200 per year. Continue Reading

The Fire, Market & Police Committee recommended that the City terminate Mr. Beattie’s lease of the City Market. There were varying accounts as to how much City Solicitor Hamersley represented the City's best interests in dealing with the Market lease issue over the past several months. Mr. Hamersley resigned as City Solicitor effective the end of 1895. (Note: City Clerk McGuigan almost always misspelled Hamersley's name as "Hammersley".) This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Gerald Soon. Original handwritten documents: COV S31 Volume 6 pages 816 - 829 To view or download images of the handwritten minutes for November 4, 1895 click the button below (four parts): part one:Nov 4 1895 | part one part two:Nov 4 1895 | part two part three:Nov 4 1895 | part three part four:Nov 4 1895 | part four [Volume 6 page] 816 Vancouver November 4th 1895The Council met on Monday November 4th 1895 Present – His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Queen, Gallagher, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, Sanders, Bethune and McDonald The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From James McGeer asking the Mayor to declare the seat of Alderman Queen vacant on account of him being absent over two months from meetings of the Health Committee. Moved by Alderman ClandenningSeconded by “ SandersThat the communication be filed. Carried. From the Gutta Percha & Rubber Mfg Go. Stating that they were sending 200 feet of hose to replace the defective lengths.Referred to the Fire, Market & Police Committee. From Wm Ward reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From C. Tetley City Accountant furnishing Vouchers in connection with moneys paid to the City Solicitor since January 1890. Filed From A. Blayney furnishing prices of anthracite CoalReferred to the Fire, Market & Police Committee From J. Z. Hall asking the City to have the electric light pole removed from in front of Lot 18. Block 23.D.L. 196Referred to the Water & Light Committee. [Volume 6 page] 817 From the City Auditor reporting the accounts carried for September Filed. From Wm Farrell agreeing to contribute $100 towards the cost of laying a six foot sidewalk on Denman StreetReferred to the Board of Works From Sir Mackenzie Bowell and Hon John Costigan acknowledging receipt of communication from the Mayor re the Foreshore on English Bay. Filed. From W.F. Salsbury etal asking for a new sidewalk on the east side of Hornby Street.Referred to the Board of Works From A. Campbell Reddie and the Hon James Baxter stating that J.A. Russell had been appointed Police Magistrate at a salary of $1800 a year. Filed From the City Engineer stating that the work of plastering Fire Hall No 1 was good and sound though not quite as straight as it should be.Referred to F.M. & P. Committee From John McDowell garnisheeing the moneys coming due James Brooks.Referred to the City Solicitor From O. Evans Thomas asking the City to protect his advertisements from being torn down. Moved by Alderman GallagherSeconded by “ ClandenningThat

This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Gerald Soon. Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver Archives Series S31 Volume 6 page 831 only To see or download the handwritten minutes for this date, click the button below: Nov 4 1895 | second meeting The Council met again at 5 p.m.Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Gallagher, McPhaiden, Brown, Sanders, Bethune and McDonald. Messrs Costello, Miller, and Hamersley. After discussion with sureties the meeting adjourned till Monday night. Henry CollinsMayor Thos F. McGuiganCity Clerk

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This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Gerald Soon. Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesSeries 31 Volume 6 page 847 only To see or download a picture of the handwritten page from this date, click the button below: Nov 19 1895 | 7:30 pm [Volume 6 page] 847 Vancouver November 19th 1895 The Council met on Tuesday November 19th 1895 at 730 pm Present – His Worship, the Mayor and full Board of Aldermen. The representatives of the Western Electric Heat and Power Co were also present. Moved by Alderman BrownSeconded by “ BethuneThat the Council go into Committee of the Whole with the Mayor in the Chair for the consideration of the agreement for lighting the City. Carried The agreement was read over clause by clause and discussed. It was then moved by Alderman ShawSeconded by Alderman Brown.That the Committee rise and report progress and ask leave to sit again. Carried. The Council then adjourned Henry CollinsMayor Thos F. McGuiganCity Clerk

"That Mr. A. M. Beattie not having paid the rent agreed..." the City terminated his lease of the Market, and authorized the City Solicitor to take steps to recover the missing rent. By-Laws were introduced to sell certain lands to the Vancouver Improvement Company, to convey a parcel of land to the C. P. R and to arrange voting on these above two matters. An agreement with the Western Electright Light Heat and Power Company to light the city for ten years also reached third reading. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Gerald Soon Illustration City of Vancouver ArchivesBu P713 - Vancouver Market, R.V. Winch, Prop[rietor] 1888 [20 Cordova Street] Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesS 31 Volume 6 pages 849 - 864 To see or download photos of handwritten minutes, click on the buttons below (4 parts): 1895-11-nov-25-part-1-vancouver-city-council-minutesNov 25, 1895 | part one 1895-11-nov-25-part-2-vancouver-city-council-minutesNov 25, 1895 | part two 1895-11-nov-25-part-3-vancouver-city-council-minutesNov 25 1895 | part three 1895-11-nov-25-part-4-vancouver-city-council-minutesNov 25 1895 | part four [Volume 6 page] 849 Vancouver November 25th 1895 The Council met on Monday November 25th 1895. Present – His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Coupland, Gallagher, Queen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, Sanders, Bethune and McDonald. The Minutes of last regular and special meetings were read and adopted. Communications From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed From W. Walker, Victoria stating that he would be in a position to quote prices for coal in about a week. Filed. From Geo Campbell asking for the use of the Market Hall for a poultry show.Referred to the F. M & P. Committee From Wm Smith, Deputy Minister of Marine stating that no foreshore rights could be granted over English Bay to the City except with the consent of owners of the property adjoining same.Filed From J.A. Anderson complaining about the Coroner in regard to dead bodies. Filed From the Gas Company and Geo DeWolf asking for an opportunity to tender for the lighting of the City.Referred to the Water & Light Committee From R.D. Kinnond & Co asking the City to purchase part of Lot 2. Block 120. D.K. 301 in rear of the old school Mt. Pleasant.Referred to the School Trustees [Volume 6 page] 850 From the Chief of Police pointing out defects in the opium By-Law and Market By-Law.Referred to the F.M. & P. Committee From the City Solicitor stating that he had written to the Market Sureties and that they decided to wait until the return of Mr. Beattie.He referred the Council to the advice given in his last letter to them. Laid over From Geo DeWolf etal asking that tenders be called for lighting the City before any contract is awarded.Referred to the Water & Light Committee From the License Inspector stating that the Insurance Agents had refused to pay their License until a test was made of the reservoir. Filed From D.M. Linnard etal asking for a sidewalk on Broughton Street.Referred to the Board of Works. The following

Council empowered the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the ten year contract with the Western Electric Light Heat and Power Company Ltd Liability - except Alderman Shaw, who "voted nay on account of no tenders having been called". This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Gerald Soon. Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31 pages 866 - 867 To see or download photos of the original handwritten minutes from this date, click the button below: 1895-11-nov-28-vancouver-city-council-minutesNov 28 1895 The Council met on Thursday November 28th at 9 A.M. Present – His Worship, the Mayor and Alderman Shaw, Coupland, Queen, Gallagher, Clandenning, Brown, Sanders, Bethune and McDonald Moved by Alderman BrownSeconded by “ ClandenningThat the Council go into Committee of the Whole for the reconsideration of the Electric Lights By-Law and Agreement. Carried. Alderman Brown was appointed Chairman After reconsidering the By-Law and Agreement in Committee of the Whole, it was moved by Alderman Bethune that the Committee rise and report the By-Law and Agreement complete with amendments. Moved by Alderman BrownSeconded by “ Bethune. That the By-Law as read and approved by the Committee of the Whole be reconsidered and read a 3rd time and finally passed. Carried The By-Law was accordingly read a 3rd time. Moved by Alderman BrownSeconded by “ ClandenningThat the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the agreement between the City of Vancouver and the Western Electric Light Heat and Power Company Ltd Liability as approved and affix the Corporate Seal thereto. Carried. [Volume 6 page] 867 Alderman Shaw voted nay on account of no tenders having been called. Moved by Alderman Brown.Seconded by “ Queen.That John Brenton be appointed to take care of the Market Hall until the Council decides as to what is to be done in regard to the Market and that his remuneration be fixed at $2.00 per day. Carried The Council then adjourned. Thos F. McGuiganCity Clerk Henry CollinsMayor

Aldermen Shaw, Gallagher, Clandenning, Brown, and McDonald along with the City Solicitor and City Engineer were appointed to look into the question of Foreshore rights. Continue Reading

After a deciding vote cast by the Mayor, J. G. Jonah was appointed Engineer for the Fire Department. Responding to a request that St. Paul's hospital be exempt from taxation, Council replied that they had no power to waive taxes. Continue Reading

The By-Law to borrow $30,000 to cover unpaid taxes was reconsidered. Continue Reading