1897 Vancouver City Council Minutes

Council agreed to ask the Provincial Government to provide a site for a Drill Shed for the Artillery Companies of Vancouver, as it had done for other BC cities. This photo shows the Drill Shed on Pender at Beatty Street, perhaps 1899. This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick Illustration source: City of Vancouver Archives item Mil P5 - [The drill shed (formerly the Imperial Opera House) on Pender Street at Beatty Street ] Text Source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 8 pages 429 – 432 [dflip id="8036" ][/dflip] [Volume 8 page] 429 Vancouver January 28th 1897 The adjourned meeting of the Council was held on Thursday January 28th 1897.Present: His Worship the Mayor and full Council with the exception of Alderman Neelands. Communications From D.E. Macdonald etal, asking for the Market Hall for Saturday the 30th inst., at 8 pm to hold a Public Meeting to discuss {Kootenay district} railway matters. Moved by Alderman Shaw.Seconded by Alderman Coldwell.That their request be granted.Carried. From Mrs. Thain etal on behalf of the Local Council of Women asking the Council to petition the Provincial Government to have the School Act amended to give Vancouver the same privileges as are enjoyed in Victoria as regards the qualifications required for Women Candidates for School Trustees. Moved by Alderman McQueen.Seconded by Alderman Coldwell.That the Council unite with the School Trustees in memorializing the Provincial Government to amend the School Act to allow married women appearing on the City Voters’ List to vote for School Trustees and to be eligible to act as School Trustees.Carried. From Mrs. Thain etal on behalf of the Local Council of Women, asking the Council to provide proper accommodation for the temporary care and treatment of insane patients.Laid over to be considered with the estimates. From Mrs. Thain etal on behalf of the Local Council of Women asking the Council to provide a Women’s Ward in the City Hospital. Referred to the Health Committee. [Volume 8 Page] 430 From the Trades and Labor Council asking: That any voter shall be eligible for election to the Office of Mayor or Aldermen. That the contract system on all municipal work be abolished. That eight hours shall constitute a day's labor on all municipal work. That the principal of exemption of improvements from taxation be adhered to, and any deficit caused thereby be made a direct charge on land values. That the Assessor’s List and an official statement of revenue, and expenditure for the City be published annually in details. That steps should be taken at once to have a portion of Stanley Park cleared and made suitable for a free public recreation ground and also that the City purchase a sufficient portion of the foreshore at English Bay to make room for extending the bathing sheds. Moved by Alderman Brown.Seconded by Alderman W.S. McDonaldThat the Council go into Committee of the Whole for the consideration of these demands.Carried. Alderman McPhaiden was appointed Chairman. Moved by Mayor Templeton That

Vancouver's solicitor, A. St. George Hamersley, gave his opinions that a) The City could not impose a license on fish peddlers unless it could be proved the fish were caught outside BC waters, b) That a corpse on the premises of Dr. McAlpine was legal under the Medical Act, although it was a nuisance "on the grounds that an offensive smell proceeded from the corpse," and c) That the Pound Keeper did not have the authority to "enter any private premises and seize or import a dog thereon". - Vancouver Daily World, page 3, February 9, 1897 This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Leah Minuk Illustration: City of Vancouver Archives AM54-S4-: Be P142Greer's Beach Salmon Fishing 1890-1895 Source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 7 pages 446 - part 1Feb 8 1897 | part 1 part 2Feb 8 1897 | part 2 part 3Feb 8 1897 | part 3 [Volume 7 page] 446 Vancouver February 8th 1897The Council met on Monday February 8th 1897. Present - His worship the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Painter, Neelands, McQueen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, MacDonald, W.S. MacDonald, D.G. McDonald and Coldwell. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Miss E. M. Breeze President W.C.T.U. asking for a grant for the Young Women's Christian Association.Referred to Finance Committee From the Chief of Police reporting on the Electric Lights.Filed From Barclay Bouthorne asking for information re Smelter.Referred to Finance Committee From the Hon James Baker Minister of Education stating that the disqualification of females for serving as School Trustees in this City arises from the wording of our Act of Incorporation and asking if the Council desired that the case be such.Referred to the City Solicitor for report. From R.G. Partridge protesting a lane being opened in Block 100 of D.L. 196.Referred to the Board of Words. From the Lieutenant Governor acknowledging receipt of communication asking that provision be made in the estimates for the hospital, fire department and Drill Shed.Filed From the Attorney General declining to reduce the salary of the Police Magistrate.Filed [Volume 7 page] 447 From M.C. McLean, Secretary of the Poultry and Pet Dog Association thanking the Council for grant of $50.00.Filed From J. St. Quinton etal asking for an electric light on the corner of 3rd Av and Fir Street.Referred to Lights Committee From J.R. Webster complaining about the dangerous condition of the Golden Gate Hotel.Referred to the Board of Works From James Smith etal asking for the grading of Front Street.Referred to the Board of Works From M.C. McLean, Secretary of the Poultry and Pet Stock Association furnishing the Council with complimentary tickets and inviting them to inspect their display in a body on Wednesday or Thursday next. Moved by Alderman McQueen.Seconded by “ ClandenningThat the thanks of the Council be extended to the Association and that they be informed that the Alderman will avail themselves of their kind invitation if possible.Carried From Miss E. Wilkinson furnishing an account of $40. For nursing Mrs.

Aldermen McQueen and Brown propose that as the 200 acres of tidal flats east of the Westminster Bridge (today's Main Street) are "a nuisance to the public" and "of no use to anyone" that the City try to acquire the land to be filled in "for public places of resort and parks". This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Rachel Hennessy Illustration: City of Vancouver Archives Item : SGN 1115 - [Shoreline area of False Creek flats] Text: City of Vancouver ArchivesSeries 31 Volume 7 pages 465 - 473 To see or download photos of the original handwritten pages for this date, click on the buttons below (3 parts): part one:Feb 22 1897 | part 1 part two:Feb 22 1897 | part 2 part three:Feb 22 1897 | part 3 [Volume 7 page] 465 Vancouver, February 22nd 1897 The council met on Monday February 22nd 1897. Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, Neelands, McQueen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, W.S. MacDonald, D.G. MacDonald, and Coldwell. The minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From S.A. Wye asking for a grant of $300 for the City Band. Referred to the Finance Committee. From Sarah A. Clements, Secretary of the Alexandra orphanage, asking for a grant of $650.00 Referred to the Finance Committee From George Martin, C.M.C. South Vancouver asking for the opening up of Heather Street to the City Boundary. Referred to the Board of Works From David A. Dairon etal, asking for a sidewalk on 7th Av. Referred to the Board of Works From F. M Simms etal, asking for sidewalk on Grant Street and Clark Drive. Referred to the Board of Works From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights Filed From the Minister of Education, stating that if a proper petition was presented to the legislature, that the Charter would be amended to allow married women to vote for school trustees to be eligible to act as school trustees. Referred to the City Solicitor Page 466 From J. M. Whitehead stating that he had been appointed Consul for Belgium Filed. From the City Solicitor stating that no lane could be acquired except by the consent of all the property owners or by expropriation. Filed From the Secretary to the Governor General acknowledging the receipt of $500 contributed by the council to the India Famine Fund. Filed. From the Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor thanking the Council for the grant made towards the Indian Relief Fund. Filed From F.J. Rodney etal, dealers in cigars and tobacco asking the council to impose a licence on dealers in these lines Referred to the City Solicitor The following reports were received and read Board of Works The Board of Works met on Thursday, February 18th, 1897. Present the full Board Communications Three petitions for improvements on Heather, Grove and Princess Streets were laid over pending the estimates. Mr. Henderson of Henderson’s Directory asked the Board in regard to having numbers placed on all the houses

City Solicitor A. St. George Hamersley gave as his opinion that that "the Council could not reserve a part of the Street for Bicycle riders nor impose a compulsory tax on them". This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Gerald Soon. Illustration source: COV ArchivesSp P15.1 - [Bicycle racers and others at Brockton Point] Text source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 7 pages 492 - 499 To see or download pictures of the original handwritten pages for this date, click on the buttons below (two parts) part 1March 15 1897 | part 1 part 2March 15 1897 | part 2 [volume 7 page] 492 Vancouver March 15th 1897 The Council met on Monday March 18th 1897. Present: Aldermen Painter, Neelands, McQueen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, W. S. MacDonald and D. G. McDonald. Moved by Alderman W. S. MacDonaldSeconded by “ NeelandsThat Alderman Brown be appointed Chairman. Carried The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed From N. C. Schou, Reeve of Burnaby asking the Council to enforce the Wire Line Act in Vancouver.Referred to the Board of Works From the Hon Clifford Sifton acknowledging the receipt of resolution re the tidal flats of False Creek and Burrard Inlet. From a Citizen of Ward 4 complaining about the premises on Lot 18.Block 20 D.L. 196.Referred to the Health Inspector From the City Solicitor stating that the Council could not reserve a part of the Street for Bicycle riders nor impose a compulsory tax on them.Referred to the Board of Works. From J. T. Brown, Secretary of the Licensing Board asking the Council to appoint a Committee to meet his Board to discuss the Music Hall License question etc Moved by Alderman MacQueenSeconded by “ W.S. MacDonaldThat Alderman Brown [volume 7 page] 493 Neelands and the Mover constitute the Committee. Carried. The following Reports were received and read:- Finance Committee The Finance Committee met on Friday March 12th 1897.Present – the full Board The following accounts were recommended for payment:- H. Kersey Labor $4.00 Thos. F. McGuigan Express paid .45 Telephone Co. Rents 37.29 E. Clough Express 4.00 Wm Templeton Expenses to Victoria 20.00 Communications From the Accountant and Clerk asking for increase of salary. Laid over From S. Brighouse offering a site for a drill shed. Filed Resolved that the City Engineer be instructed to procure forthwith any evidence that may be procurable in relation to the Smith case and furnish the City Solicitor with the same. sgd Jas McQueenChairman Moved by Alderman McQueenSeconded by “ PainterThat the Report be adopted. Carried. [volume 7 page] 494 Water and Market Committee The Water and Market Committee met on Wednesday March 10th 1897.Present – Aldermen Brown, Painter, Neelands, and D.G. McDonald. Communications From F.W. Boultbee asking for an increase of salary. Laid over From Mrs. E. Linux, Commander of Hire No 2 of the Maccabbees of the World asking for the Market Hall at a reduced rate for

$6,000 was budgeted for renovations to the new City Hall premises at the Market building, $1,500 for the Mayor, $3,000 for the Aldermen. This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Darlene Ochotta Text source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 7 pages 514-515 To see or download original handwritten pages from this date, click on the button below: mar-30-1897 vancouver-city-council-minutesDownload [volume 7 page] 514 Vancouver March 30th 1897. The council met on Tuesday March 30th 1897. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Painter, McQueen, Neelands, Clandenning, McPhaiden, Brown, W.S. MacDonald and D.G. McDonald. The object of the meeting was to consider the Estimates for the year. The Council went into Committee of the Whole for their consideration with the Mayor in the chair. Moved by Alderman W.S. MacDonald Seconded by “ Brown. That the sum of $6000 be put in the Estimates for fixing up the Market Hall for civic offices. Carried Moved by Alderman McQueen Seconded by “ Clandenning That $30000 be granted to the City Band. Carried Moved by Alderman Neelands Seconded by “ Painter That $650 be granted to the Orphans Home. Carried Moved by Alderman McQueen That $250 be granted for the Young Women’s House. Lost Moved by Alderman McQueen Seconded by “ Neelands That $1200 be placed in the Estimates as renumeration for the Mayor. Carried Moved by Alderman McPhaiden That the sum of $3000 be placed in the Estimates as renumeration for the Aldermen. Carried Moved by Alderman McQueen That the sum of $2000 be placed [volume 7 page] 515 in the Estimates for fixing up the Jail. Carried Resolved That the Park Commissioners be cautioned not to exceed their appropriations. The Committee rose and the Council adjourned until Friday at 7:30 P.M. W. TempletonMayor Ths. F. McGuiganCity Clerk

The Vancouver Electric Railway and Light Company (shown here) will be notified to move the poles out on Barnard Street to the required distance where the new walk is to be laid. Alderman Coldwell granted one month's leave. City Ward Budgets to be paid quarterly from now on. This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Leah Minuk. Illustration Source: City of Vancouver ArchivesReference Code: Trans P161 [The Vancouver Electric Railway and Light Company car barn and power house on Barnard (Union) Street just west of Westminster Avenue (Main Street)] Text Source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 7 page 526 - 532 To see or download the original handwritten pages from this date, click the buttons below (two parts:) part 1:April 5 1897 | part one part 2:April 5, 1897 | part two [Volume 7 page] 526 Vancouver April 5th 1897 The Council met on Monday April 5th 1897. Present - His worship the Mayor and Aldermen Shaw, Painter, Neelands, McQueen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, W.S. MacDonald and D.G. McDonald. Moved by Alderman McPhaidenSeconded by “ D.G. McDonald. That the resolution moved in the Committee on March 30th providing for a grant $250 for the Young Women's Home be declared lost instead of carried and that the balance of the Minutes of the regular and adjourned meetings be adopted. Carried Communications From H.J. Anstie etal, asking the Council to appoint a delegation to interview the Provincial Government in reference to their railway policy and endeavor them to reconsider it so that a direct road to Kootenay may be constructed at an early date. Moved by Alderman W.S. MacDonaldSeconded by “ Shaw.That the Mayor be asked to appoint a delegation as requested by the petitioners.Carried. The Mayor appointed Aldermen Clandenning, McQueen and Shaw to form the delegation. From J.B. Meytyer, asking for the reconsideration of his request for a Music Hall License or else suppress the institutions now carried on. Referred to Police Committee From Norman McLean etal asking the Mayor to call a public meeting in the Market Hall on Wednesday April 7th at 8 P.M. to discuss the policy of the Provincial Government in regards to railway matters. Request granted. From N. C. Shon Hon Secy of the Anti Mongolian League stating that he had forwarded the petitions to Mr. G.R. Maxwell, M.P. Ottawa. Filed [Volume 7 page] 527 From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed From Edward Nicolls etal requesting the Mayor to call a public meeting in the Market Hall to consider what memorial if any shall be erected in this City to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of the Queen. Request granted, meeting to be held in the Market Hall on Friday the 9th inst at 8 P.M. From Harry Symons acknowledging receipt of resolution re Smelter proposition. Filed From Messrs Innes, Richards and Akroyd stating that they had been instructed by A. Gilmore of Victoria to raise and connect his buildings on Dupont Street. Referred to the Health Committee From Rod

Council agreed that if the Street Railway Company agree to erect a suitable waiting room at the terminus of the line on Coal Harbour they be granted permission to build the track in accordance with the recommendations of the Railway & Light Committee. Pictured above is the Marpole waiting room and news stand 1921. These minutes were transcribed in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Gerald Soon Illustration Source: City of Vancouver ArchivesCVA 99-3549 - B.C. Electric Railway Company News Stands - New Westminster, Marpole, Granville Street Bridge Text Source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 7 pages 574 - 587 To see or download photos of the original handwritten pages from May 17 1897, click on the buttons below (four parts): 1897-05-may-17-part-1-vancouver-city-council-minutesMay 17 1897 | part 1 1897-05-may-17-part-2-vancouver-city-council-minutesMay 17 1897 | part 2 1897-05-may-17-part-3-vancouver-city-council-minutesMay 17 1897 | part 3 1897-05-may-17-part-4-vancouver-city-council-minutesMay 17 1897 | part 4 [Vol 7 Page] 574 Vancouver May 17th 1897.The Council met on Monday May 17th 1897.Present – His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, McQueen, Clandenning, McPhaiden, Brown, W.S. MacDonald, D.G. McDonald and Coldwell.The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From S.D. Hunter asking for the use of a portion of the Cambie Street Recreation Grounds for a couple of weeks. Moved Alderman McQueenSeconded by “ ColdwellThat the matter be left in the hands of the Mayor and License Inspector to grant the permission asked for if they deem it advisable.Carried. From W.H. Hood, Secretary of the Bicycle Club stating that the races could not be postponed until after the 24th of May. Filed From F. C. Young, Secretary of the Young Temperance Union asking for the free use of the Market Hall for the evening of the 28th of May for presenting prizes to School Children who had written the best essays on temperance. Moved by Alderman McQueenSeconded by “ D.G. McDonald.That the request be granted.Lost From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From Dr. Thomas withdrawing his resignation and asking for leave of absence until the end of the Year. Moved by Alderman D.G. McDonaldSeconded by “ ClandenningThat the communication be filed. Carried [Vol 7 page] 575 From the City Solicitor stating that the City was not liable for the care of Mrs. Hill in St Paul’s hospital. Filed From Dr J.M. Maclean applying for the position of Medical Health Officer.Filed for reference From Chas E. Hope asking that steps be constructed up to the sidewalk in front of Lot 27 Block 15. Dupont StreetReferred to the Board of Works From A.F. Griffith asking for the opening up of a portion of 5th Av.Referred to the Board of Works From J.P. Bowell Secretary of the Methodist Conference thanking the Mayor and Council for the hearty welcome extended them on arrival to the City. Filed From James Armstrong asking permission to herd his cows in Fairview.Referred to the Police Committee From the Mayor of Nanaimo inviting the Mayor and Council to his City to assist in celebrating the 24th of

An agreement for street railway on Pender, Georgia and Denman was reviewed (photo shows streetcar on Robson Street). James Armstrong refused permission to graze cows on Fairview. A new Heath Officer to be appointed at salary of $40 per month. Council informed some Toronto investors that the city of Vancouver would not give them a bonus for building a bicycle factory, only a tax exemption for a limited number of years. This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Darlene Ochotta Illustration Source: City of Vancouver Archives SGN 1079.2 - [View of 1000 block of Robson Street, showing streetcar and residences of James Stark, H.T. Lockyear, J.R. Seymour, and E.S. Scoullar] Text Source: City of Vancouver ArchivesVolume 7 page 589-597 To see or download photos of the original handwritten pages from this date, please click on the buttons below ( 3 parts): part one:May 25 1897 | part 1 part two:May 25 1897 | part 2 part three:May 25 1897 | part 3 [Volume 7, page 589] Vancouver May 25th 1897. The Council met on Tuesday May 25th 1897. Present: Aldermen Painter, Neelands, McQueen, Clandenning, Brown, W.S. MacDonald, Coldwell and D.G. McDonald. Moved by Alderman Neelands, Seconded by Alderman W.S. MacDonald, That Alderman Coldwell be appointed Chairman. Carried. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Harry Symons asking for an extension of time for the completion of the Smelter’s agreement. Laid over for motions. From F.R. Glover, City Clerk, New Westminster asking the City to arrange for a bonfire for the Queen’s Jubilee. Laid over. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From the Chief of the Capilano Indians asking the City to make provision for a landing at Abbott Street. Referred to the Finance Committee. From Thos. H. Robson, Secretary of the Sons of England thanking the Mayor and Council for accepting their invitation to Divine Service. Filed. From Ng Mook asking permission to move a building on Dupont Street. Referred to the Board of Works. From J.A. Coldwell complaining about a disorderly house on Harris St. Referred to the Police Committee. [Volume 7, page 590] The following Reports were received and read: Fire and Police Committee The Fire and Police Committee met on Tuesday May 25th 1897. Present: Aldermen Coldwell, McQueen, Painter and W.S. MacDonald. Communications From R.A. Rose offering Gamewell Fire Alarm boxes for 13000 F.O.B. Boston, City paying freight and duty. Resolved that he be asked for quotations for boxes with keys. From James Armstrong asking for permission to herd cows on Fairview. Resolved that he be informed that the By-Law will not permit of his request being granted. The following accounts were recommended for payment: G.L. Allen supplies $7.50 Brackman & Ker Supplies $99.38 M. Desrosier Supplies $1.40 W. Ralph Supplies $1.25 J.M. McLean Wa???ting $4.00 Carter House Cab $.50 Robert Clark Supplies $2.50 W.C. Marshall Express hire $.50 sgd. Chas. A. Coldwell Chairman Moved by Alderman McQueen, Seconded by Alderman Painter That the Report be

The Y. W. C. A. was granted the use of the Market Hall for a magic lantern lecture*. The lantern shown above is from the Museum of Vancouver online history collection. The Health Committee recommended help for Mrs. Crook, a destitute woman with four children, and for Mr. J. A. Reid, formerly the Pound Keeper, who needed an artificial leg. This document was transcribed in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Darlene Ochatta. Illustration Source:Museum of Vancouver Catalogue no. H971.66.1a-kAccession no. 70.89.5, 1890s - 1900s Text Source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 7 pages 606 - 611 To see or download photos of the original handwritten pages for this date, click on the buttons below (two parts): part one:June 7 1897 | pt 1 part two:June 11 1897 | pt 2 [Volume 8 page] 606 Vancouver June 7th 1897. The Council met on Monday June 7th 1897. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, McQueen, Neelands, McPhaiden, Clandenning, W.S. MacDonald, Brown, D.G. McDonald and Coldwell. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Robt T. Burtwell applying for the position of Special Constable at English Bay. Referred to the Police Committee. From the City Engineer reporting on City Wharfs and approaches. Referred to the Board of Works. From J. Buntzen, Comptroller of the B.C. Elec. Railway Co. sending in Complimentary Tickets to the Mayor, Aldermen and certain City officials and stating that he thought that comprised the officials of the City. Referred to the Finance Committee. From T.A. Fee asking for repairs to Broughton Street. Referred to the Board of Works. From Messrs Davis, Marshall, Macneill and Abbott enclosing rock crushing contract signed by them on behalf of Miss Kendall and asking that a resolution be passed authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign same and affix the Corporate Seal thereto. Moved by Alderman Painter; Seconded by Alderman McQueen, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the rock crushing contract and affix the Corporate Seal thereto. Carried. Yeas Aldermen Painter, McQueen, Neelands, D.G. McDonald, Brown & Coldwell. Nays Aldermen Clandenning, McPhaiden & W.S. McDonald. [Volume 8 page] 607 From the Chief of Police reporting on the Electric Lights. Filed. From Mrs. J. Johnstone Secy. Y.W.C.A. asking for the free use of the Market Hall for Thursday June 17th for a lecture with Magic Lanterns. Moved by Alderman Neelands,Seconded by Alderman McQueen, That her request be granted. From H. Abbott, General Superintendent of the Canadian Pacific Ry. Co. stating that the Company would hold the City responsible if a flood gate were erected where it was proposed. Referred to the Board of Works. From Chas. Hill-Tout*: Hon. Secy. of the Jubilee Committee submitting copy of Minutes passed at a meeting on Tuesday evening. Referred to the Finance Committee. From the Health Inspector recommending that box drains be constructed through Blocks 21 and 104, Sub 196, and from the City Solicitor stating that the City had the right to construct such where there was no

The British Columbia Electric Railway Company was allowed to lay temporary bent rails at Granville and Pender Streets because the agreed upon size and weight of bent rails was not available. Right hand side of photo shows curved streetcar and curved track at Pender and Granville Streets. This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Krystyna Richards Illustration: COVA Reference No.CVA 677-629 - [Pender Street at Granville] 190? Text Source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 7 pages 637 - 642 To see or download the part one:July 12 1897 | part 1 part two:July 12 1897 | part 2 [Vol. 7 page] 637 Vancouver July 12th 1897 The Council met on Monday July 12th 1897. Present Aldermen Painter, Neelands, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, W. S. MacDonald and D. G. McDonald. Moved by Alderman PainterSeconded by “ McPhaiden That Alderman Brown be appointed Chairman. Carried 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 Dr Bodington, Supt of the Insane Asylum, New Westminster stating that Mrs Crook was now sane and asking the City to take charge of her during her confinement. Referred to the Police Committee with power to act. The following Reports were received and read:- Light, Railway & Tramway Committee The Light Railway and Tramway Committee met on Saturday July 10th 1897. Present. Aldermen Brown, Clandenning and Neelands. Resolved whereas the British Columbia Electric Railway Company not having bent rails of the weight and size agreed by them in the Contract dated day of 1897 between the Company and the City to be laid at the junction of Granville Street and Pender Street and the Company having requested permission to lay other rails there temporarily. [Vol. 7 page] 638 Be it resolved that provided the said Company enter into an Agreement to take up the temporary rails they wish now to lay at any time after receiving three months notice so to do from the City Council and lay down in lieu thereof rails of the dimensions and description set out in the contract free of all costs and charges to the City and leave the Street in as good a state of repair and condition, as it was when the said contract was entered into they be permitted to lay down the said temporary rails, as requested. Sgd. James ClandenningChairman Moved by Alderman ClandenningSeconded by “ W.S. MacDonald That the Report be adopted. Carried Board of Works The Board of Works met on the 8th of July. Present, the full Board. T. A. Fee who applied for some earth for filling in at Broughton Street was informed that the City could not at present expend the money necessary for this purpose but that if he put on the necessary teams and labor to haul the earth at his own expense the City Engineer would show him where to take it from. From A St. G. Hamersley stating that it is

Council established a by-election for Ward 1 to fill Alderman Shaw's vacated seat. Shown above is St. Luke's home, where Council agreed to fund Mrs. Crook for $5.00 per week "and $6.00 when nursing is required". This transcript was made in September of 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Lynn Shane Illustration Source: City of Vancouver ArchivesItem : Bu P671 - St. Luke's Home, Vancouver, B.C. Text Source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 7 pages 648 - 653 part one:July 26 1897 | part 1 part two:July 26 1897 | part 2 City Council Minutes - Vancouver July 26, 1897 [Vol. 7 page] 648 The Council met on Monday July 26th 1897. Present: His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, Neelands, McQueen, McPhaiden, Clandenning, Brown, W.S. MacDonald and D.G. McDonald. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Robertson and Hackett, asking for a side walk in front of their property on Burrard St. Referred to the Board of Works. From the Trades and Labor Council drawing attention to the fact that the bricks used in the Mount Pleasant and West-end schools were made by Chinamen. Referred to the School Board. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From the City Solicitor stating that the City was not responsible for the payment of Lee & Stewart’s account for hack hire. Filed. From J. C. Kinchant, Secretary of the Provincial Electoral League asking the Council to give ten cents for every new name added to the Provincial Lists in the City. Referred to the Finance Committee. From John Burns et al asking for Sewerage system west of Bute Street. Referred to the Board of Works. [Vol. 7 page] 649 The following Reports were received and read: Finance Committee The Finance Committee met on Friday July 23rd 1897. The following accounts were recommended for payment: Wm Ball. Labor. $1.00 D.G. Williams. Subscription to World. 5.00 W.F. Salsbury. Smelter expenses. 75.57 A.R. Wilson Telephone Co. 1.50 A deputation from the City Clergymen and members of the Salvation Army waited on the Board and asked for a grant in aid of the Food and Shelter House of the Salvation Army. After hearing the views of the Deputation it was resolved that a grant of $500 be given for the purpose mentioned. From the Gas Co. offering to sell their plant to the City. Laid over for consideration. From R. T. Williams asking the City to purchase copies of his Directory. Filed for reference. From Peter McAlister asking for $100 as compensation for injuries received by his child. Filed. Sgd Jas McQueen,Chairman Moved by Alderman McQueen.Seconded by “ Painter. That the Report be adopted. Carried. [Vol. 7 page] 650 Health Committee The Health Committee met on Wednesday July 21st 1897. Present: Alderman McPhaiden, Painter, Neelands and MacDonald. The following accounts were recommended for payment: C.S. Philp Supplies $20.26 J.C. Woodrow “ 39.28 James Stark “ 10.00 News. Advertiser “ 14.00 E.G. Prior & Co “ .75 Dominion Fish Co.

10 per cent of proceeds from the Jockey Club's Fall Meet need not be paid to the City if it is used instead to improve the grounds. $500 was voted toward the Salvation Army for food and shelter. R. Casselman complained that fishermen were dumping rotten salmon on the beach near the lime kilns. This transcription was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Darlene Ochotta Illustration Source: CVA 1376-182 - R.G. Harvey [seated on a horse] Text Source: CVA Series 31Volume 7 pages 662 - 666 to see handwritten pages for this date, click here [Volume 7, Page] 662 Vancouver August 9th, 1897. The Council met on Monday August 9th, 1897. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, Townley, Neelands, McQueen, Clandenning, Brown, W.S. MacDonald and D.G. McDonald. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights.Filed. From Henry Benjamin asking that the water carts be put on to sprinkle the streets.Referred to the Board of Works. From E.H. Fletcher, Hon. Secretary of the British Columbia Rifle Association stating that the Vancouver Challenge Cup was presented to gunner G. Turnbull of No.4 Company 5th Regiment. C.A. New Westminster.Filed. From John Oben complaining about the residents on the Park Road being without water and sidewalks.Referred to the Water Committee & Board of Works. The following reports were received and read: Health Committee The Health Committee met on Wednesday August 4th, 1897.Present: the full Board. Communications From R. Casselman complaining that fishermen were dumping rotten salmon on the beach near the lime kilns.Referred to the Health Inspector. [Volume 7, Page] 663 From H.J. Newton requesting that he be not compelled to connect his premises on Richards Street at present as he has no money to do it with.Left to the Health Inspector. From Dr. A.H. Thomas claiming $30.00 for attending one Sephino Dale.Filed. From the Milk Inspector furnishing Report.Filed. From J.W. Mallory an applicant for the position of Inspector for the City Hospital Construction stating that he and his family have resided here since April last and that he is a ratepayer and votes.Moved by Alderman Neelands, That the appointment of J.W. Mallory as Inspector by the City Engineer be confirmed.Carried.Alderman W.S. MacDonald voted nay. From F.H. McCaskill applying for the position of Inspector.Resolved that his application be filed. Alderman W.S. MacDonald moved an amendment that McCaskill’s capabilities be enquired into which was lost. From Miss Macfie furnishing Hospital Report.Filed. From the Health Inspector furnishing Report and asking to be furnished with 100 copies of the Cow Byre By-Law.Resolved that his request be granted. Resolved that tenders be called for plumbing the new addition to the City Hospital and tenders to be received up to the 18th inst. at 4 P.M. The following accounts were recommended for payment: [Volume 7, Page] 664 Ths Dunn & Co. Supplies $3.24 Evans, Coleman & Craws Supplies $11.28 Cleeve Canning Co. Supplies $6.75 Gordon Drysdale Supplies $5.50 Champion & White Scavengering $.50 Pioneer Steam

Council to write to the Tramway company reminding them that they are in violation of their contract with the City in not having fenders on public streetcars; also to the CPR asking them to not sound their whistles within City Limits and to slow down their traffic as much as possible. This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Lynn Shane. Illustration Source: City of Vancouver ArchivesItem : Hot P1 - [Exterior of Carter House hotel - 166 Water Street] Text Source: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31Volume 7 pages 668 - 674 Click below to read or download the original handwritten minutes for this date (2 parts): August 16 1897 - part one of twoAugust 16 1897 - part two of two [Volume 7, Page] 668 VANCOUVER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Vancouver August 16th 1897. The Council met on Monday August 16th 1897. Present: His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, Townley, McQueen, Neelands, Clandenning, Brown, W.S. MacDonald and D.G. McDonald. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From E.B. Morgan offering lumber and ladders etc for sale.Referred to the Market Committee. From W.J. Dowler, City Clerk of Victoria enclosing a resolution passed by his Council praying that the Dominion Government continue the Leper Grant and asking that the Council of Vancouver endorse such resolution.Referred to the Finance Committee. From the Matron of the City Hospital asking that some assistance be given out James Wilkinson, lately an inmate of the City Hospital.Referred to the Health Committee. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights.Filed. From Mr. Benjamin asking that the streets be sprinkled.Filed. The following Reports were received and read: Fire and Police Committee The Fire and Police Committee met on Tuesday August 10th 1897.Present: Alderman D.G. McDonald, Townley, McQueen and W.S. MacDonald. The following accounts were recommended for payment: [Volume 7 page] 669 Robert Clark Supplies $1.00S. James Interpreting 6.City Grocery Co. Supplies 32.31J.C. Woodrow “ 22.04J.M. Stewart Transportation 10.C.S. Philp Supplies 7.19C.P. Telegraph Co. Telegram 2.23Thos W Butler Expenses 2.25Brackman & Ker Supplies 76.19Wm Ralph “ 4.20Evans, Coleman & Evans Supplies 4.75H.M. Henderson Supplies 1.00M. Rae Keep of Dogs 5.20Thos Dunn & Co. Supplies 3.69E. Clough Drayage 4.50McDowell & Co. Supplies 3.05Edwards Bros. Supplies 1.50Malcolm McLean Expenses 3.00 Resolved that the City Clerk be instructed to write to Messrs Evans, Coleman to the effect that the coal they are furnishing the Fire Department is not satisfactory and asking that they carry out their contract. Sgd D.G. McDonaldChairman Moved by Alderman D.G. McDonaldSeconded by “ McQueen.That the Report be adopted.Carried. Finance Committee The Finance Committee met on Friday August 13th 1897.Present: the full Board. The following account was recommended for payment: Telephone Co. Rents $36.60 Sgd Jas McQueen.Chairman Moved by Alderman McQueen.Seconded by “ W.S. McDonald.That the Report be adopted.Carried. [Volume 7 page] 670 Board of Works The Board of Works met on the 12th of August 1897.Present: Aldermen Painter, W.S. MacDonald, Neelands and Clandenning. On motion Alderman Painter was appointed permanent Chairman for

Council agreed with the Water and Market Committee's rule "That ....sprinkling the street with hose by private consumers is strictly forbidden and no person ...shall be allowed to sprinkle... lawns, gardens, yards or grounds...except between the hours of 5 and 8 o’clock in the morning and 6 and 10 o’clock in the evening." The streets were sprinkled with water to keep dust down during dry weather. This transcript was made in 2023 by Transcribimus volunteer Krystyna Richards Illustration: Item : CVA 312-22 - Street sprinkler, Vancouver[in front of Diamond Liquor Co.] Text: City of Vancouver Archives Series 31 Vol 7Volume 7 pages 682 - 689 [dflip id="8070" ][/dflip] Vancouver August 30th 1897 [Volume 7 page] 682 The Council met on Monday August 30th 1897. Present His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, Townley, McQueen, Neelands, McPhaiden, Brown, W.S. MacDonald and D.G. McDonald. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From A. Williams on behalf of W. H. Remington of Utah, submitting a proposition for the erection of a Smelter in Vancouver.Laid over to be considered at an adjourned meeting of Council. From Harry Symons of Toronto enclosing a copy of a letter from J.H. Rothschild of London Eng. stating that he had been successful in securing the capital necessary for the establishment of the Smelting Works of Vancouver.Laid over to be considered at an adjourned meeting of Council. From D. Oppenheimer, asking that the C.P.R. Co be encouraged to complete their terminal building and build additional wharves by exempting their right of way from taxation for a number of years.Referred to the Finance Committee. From H. Connacher asking that the rocks be cleared away on the street around his premises on Mount Pleasant.Referred to the Board of Works. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights.Filed [Volume 7 page] 683 From Robt Leighton, Secretary of the Vancouver Jockey Club, asking that a sprinkler be put on Powell Street during the races at Hastings. Moved by Alderman W.S. MacDonald.Seconded by “ McPhaiden.That a third sprinkler be fitted up to sprinkle Powell Street during the races.Lost. From J.G. Colmer Secretary to Sir Donald A. Smith, acknowledging receipt of photographs of Vancouver.Filed. From Geo. R. Maxwell, M.P. acknowledging receipt of resolutions re fish offal on English Bay and Leper Station on Darcy Island.Filed The following reports were received and read:- Fire and Police Committee The Fire and Police Committee met on Tuesday August 24th 1897.Present. Aldermen D.G. McDonald, McQueen, McPhaiden and Townley. The following accounts were recommended for payment:- G.A. Roedde. Supplies 12.50 Thos H. Buster. Expenses to Steveston 1.25 J. Dodson. Supplies 19.40 H.M. Henderson. “ 3.00 Hicks Bros. Hack hire .50 F.A. Lee. “ 3.50 D.J. McPhalin. Carpenter work 2.50 A. Goldstein. Supplies 1.25 McLennan & McFeely. “ 58.41 M.E. McLean. “ 4.75 [Volume 7 page] 684 Communications From R.A. Rose, San Francisco, acknowledging receipt of order for fire alarm boxes.Filed From M. G. McLeod, asking for two months salary while under suspension.Referred to the City

Council held a Special Meeting to mark the passing of Alderman Coldwell and to make funeral arrangements. This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Anonymous Illustration Source: City of Vancouver ArchivesCVA-371-2915 Alderman C. A. Coldwell Text Source: City of Vancouver ArchivesSeries 31 Volume 7 page 693 only Download September 10 1897 Vancouver City Council Minutes [volume 7 page] 693 The Council met on Friday Sept 10th 1897. Present Acting Mayor brown + Aldermen Townley, McQueen, Neelands, McPhaiden and D. G. McDonald. Moved by Alderman McQueenSeconded by " McPhaidenThat this Council adjourn out of respect to the memory of Alderman Coldwell deceased and that the Mayor and Aldermen, the Civic officials the police and firemen attend the funeral in a body.Carried The Council then adjourned. W. BrownActing Mayor Thos. F. McGuiganCity Clerk

C. H. Wright called Council's attention to the "disgraceful condition" of Water Street from Abbott to Carroll Streets. Photo is of Water Street, taken in 1897. Ex Mayor Henry Collins was appointed Assessor for 1897. The Milk Inspector given premises in the basement of the Market Hall to carry out tests. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick Illustration: CVA Trans N2100 block Water St - c 1897 Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesCOV S31, Volume 8, pages 8-14 To view photos of the original handwritten pagesclick the buttons below (2 parts) part one:Sep 20, 1897 | part one part two: Sep 20 1897 | part two [Volume 8, Page 8] The Council met on Monday September 20th 1897 Present: His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen Townley, McQueen, McPhaiden, Brown, W.S. MacDonald and D.G. McDonald. The Minutes of last meetings were read and adopted. Communications From W.H. Remington of Salt Lake City agreeing to accept $1.00 a ton for 100,000 tons of ore smelted by him in Vancouver. Laid over for Special meeting. From C.H. Wright calling attention to the disgraceful condition of Water Street from Abbott to Carrall Streets. Referred to the Board of Works. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From William Harris offering to buy the cedar on the East End Park. Referred to the Finance Committee. From J.B. Sciutto offering a young {live} seal to the City. Referred to the Park Commissioners. From the President of the W.C.T.U. asking for a grant of $300 {annually} for the YWCA Home. Referred to the Finance Committee. The following Reports were received and read: Fire & Police Committee The Fire & Police Committee met on Tuesday September 14th 1897Present: the full Board The following accounts were recommended for payment: [Volume 8, Page 9] John McAllister interpreting $7.00City Grocery Co. supplies $30.96S. James interpreting $11.00C. Gross supplies $1.25JM Stewart cash advanced $2.00George Leonard repairs $.50CS Philp supplies $6.05JC Woodrow supplies $22.16JK Davis supplies $4.00CPR Co telegram $2.33AE Lees supplies $3.50News Advertiser supplies $18.00Champion & White supplies $1.00S. McPherson & Co supplies $50.00BCMT & S Co supplies $2.14McDowell & Co supplies $13.00MP Morris interpreting $2.00Brackman & Ker supplies $112.85McLennan & McFeely supplies $4.70J. Storey supplies $9.75Thomas Dunn & Co supplies $12.14 Communications From John McAllister rendering an account for $14.00 for interpreting seven cases in the Police Court. Resolved that he be paid one dollar a case, the same as the regular interpreter. From the City Solicitor advising as to the payment of M.G. McLeod late Gaoler and License Inspector. Referred back for a definite opinion from the evidence taken during the police investigation. From the Chief of Police asking for uniforms etc for the force. Laid over. From the Chairman reporting that he had sold certain rubbish in the Jail yard to JF Ross for six dollars. The sale was approved and the City Clerk instructed to collect the amount agreed to be paid. [Volume 8, Page 10] Resolved that

City Council regrets the untimely death of Ex-Mayor Fred Cope (Mr. Cope's house shown above). The City Crematory was authorized to burn a quantity of damaged fruit. The Fire & Police Committee recommended purchase of fire hose from McLennan & McFeely in New Westminster. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick Illustration: CVA SGN 349Fred Cope Residence 1100 Haro, 1890s Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesCOV Series 31, Volume 8, pages 21-26 To see images of handwritten minutes, click on on the buttons below: part one:Oct 4 1897 | part one part two:Oct 4 1897 | part two [Volume 8, Page 21] The Council met on Monday October 4th 1897 Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Townley, McQueen, McPhaiden, Brown, W. S. MacDonald and D. G. McDonald. The Minutes of last meetings were read and adopted. Communications From A. Kitt-Ledger, asking for a street light on Ninth Avenue near Bridge Street. Referred to Light Committee. From the City Solicitor advising that parties burning {damaged} fruit etc at the Crematory were enlisted to pay for such service. Referred to the Board of Health. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From the Secretary of the under Secretary of State, asking for the present census of the City. Referred to the Finance Committee. From Evans, Coleman & Evans drawing attention to the disgraceful condition of Alexander Street {from Carrall Street to} near their wharf. Referred to the Board of Works. The following Reports were received and read: Finance Committee The Finance Committee met on Friday October 1st 1897.Present: Aldermen McQueen, Brown and D.G. McDonald [Volume 8, Page 22] Communications From the Salvation Army rendering an account of how the grant made to the Council was spent. Filed. From the Leslie Weekly New York, asking for advertising patronage. Filed for reference. The following tenders were received for the timber on Hastings Park:A. McNair for cedar $220.00William Harris 25 cents per cord None of the tenders were considered favorable enough to accept. The City Solicitor submitted a copy of the lease for Lot 14, Block 64, DL 185 which was approved and authorized to be signed by the Mayor, and City Clerk and the Corporate Seal affixed thereto. The following accounts were recommended for payment:Palace Livery Stables hack hire $5.00News, Advertiser supplies $12.50W.S. Forsyth status labor Dunville Ranch $27.30W.E. Johnstone clerical work $60.00Clarke & Stuart supplies $25.25C.W. McCaine supplies $7.20 Signed by James McQueen, Chairman Moved by Alderman McQueen; Seconded by Alderman TownleyThat the Report be adopted. Carried. Fire & Police Committee The Fire and Police Committee met on Tuesday September 28th 1897.Present: Aldermen D.G. McDonald, Townley, McQueen and McPhaiden. [Volume 8, Page 23] The following accounts were recommended for payment:F.A. Lee hire of ambulance $6.50E. Clough express hire $5.00News, Advertiser supplies $3.50J. Dodson supplies $18.15Evans, Coleman & Evans supplies $9.73Police Department disbursements $8.75M.P. Morris interpreting $4.00Gamewell Fire Alarm Co fire alarm boxes $240.30 The following tenders were received for supplying 1000 feet of

Two smelter proposals were reviewed: Mr. Harry Symons' proposal was chosen to go forward. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick Original handwritten minutes City of Vancouver ArchivesCOV Series 31, Volume 8, pages 34-35 To see or download images of the handwritten minutes click the button below: Oct 12 1897 [Volume 8, Page 34] The Council met on Tuesday October 12th 1897 at 8pm. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Townley, McQueen, Brown, W.S. MacDonald, D.G. McDonald and Bethune. Also Mr. Harry Symons and Mr. A. Williams representing the smelter propositions before the Council. Moved by Alderman Bethune; seconded by Alderman McQueenThat the Council go into Committee of the Whole for the discussion of the propositions before the Council. Carried. The Mayor was appointed Chairman. The Clerk read the different propositions. After free discussion was allowed it was moved by Alderman McQueen, seconded by Alderman Townley. That in the opinion of this Council the proposals contained in Mr. Symons’ letter of September 27th 1897 should be accepted and a By-Law submitted to the citizens to give effect to it provided that an agreement be entered into by the Company Mr. Symons’ represents containing details and conditions satisfactory to the Council and on the Company depositing the sum of $6500 with the City on the first reading of the By-Law to be forfeited if the Company fails to carry out the agreement entered into and that the Council constitute themselves a Committee of the Whole to arrange the terms of agreement at as early a date as possible. Carried. The Committee then arose and reported the passage of the resolution. It was then moved by Alderman Brown, Seconded by Alderman W.S. McDonald [Volume 8, Page 35] That the Report received from the Committee of the Whole be adopted by Council. Carried. The Council then adjourned. Thomas Francis McGuiganCity Clerk W. TempletonMayor

Dr. W D Brydone-Jack reported on cases of typhoid fever in Mount Pleasant but declined in future to notify the Health Officer of the existence of infectious diseases unless he was paid for it. 1,000 notices to be printed and mailed to householders on Mount Pleasant and Fairview where there are no sewers, calling their attention to the clauses in the Health By-Law regarding the disposal of slops, etc. This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick. Illustration: Vancouver Daily World newspaper June 5 1897page 5, ad for Hoods Sarsaparilla City of Vancouver Archives CVA Port P1785Dr. W D Brydone-Jack ca 1900 Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver Series 31Volume 8 pages 46-50 To see photos of the handwritten pages for this date, click on the button below : October 25 1897 City Council Minutes – Vancouver October 25th 1897 [Volume 8, Page 46] The Council met on Monday October 25th 1897 Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen McQueen, Neelands, McPhaiden, Clandening, Brown, W.S. MacDonald, D.G. McDonald and Bethune. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Dr. Brydone-Jack declining to notify the Health Officer of the existence of infectious diseases unless he was paid for it. Referred to the Health Committee. Dr. Brydone-Jack From W. T. Stein, Secretary of the Board of Trade acknowledging receipt of copy of resolution passed by the Council on the 18th instant, and copy of City By-Laws. Filed. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From J.M. Bowell, Collector of Customs stating that he had forwarded bill for the board of three Chinese convicted of smuggling to Ottawa. Filed. From J. Buntzen acknowledging receipt of communication re change in the location of electric lights. Filed. From J. Buntzen stating that they had remedied defects in lights. Filed. [Volume 8, page 47] From John Devine drawing attention to the defective condition of Sixth Avenue, east. Referred to the Board of Works. From Norman McLean, Secretary of the Vancouver, Victoria and Eastern Railway, asking the Council to appoint a delegation to go to Victoria to press the Government to pass an order-in-Council giving them the subsidy of $4000 a mile. Moved by Alderman Bethune; Seconded by Alderman McPhaidenThat the request of the petitioner be granted. Carried. Moved by Alderman McPhaiden; Seconded by Alderman NeelandsThat the Delegation consist of His Worship, the Mayor and Aldermen McQueen and Bethune. Carried. The following Reports were received and read: Finance Committee The Finance Committee met on Friday October 23rd 1897.Present: the full Board The following accounts were recommended for payment:Armstrong & Morrison bitumous plant $1900William Templeton for Windsor sufferers $200.00Executor of CA Coldwell balance of salary $16.65Kent Municipality taxes on Sch' property $62.45News, Advertiser supplies $2.50W.J. Trythall revise voters lists $20.00Evans, Coleman & Evans supplies $9.26W. Aked, disbursements for Act (?) Association $10.00 Resolved that the Contract of La Pointe and Holmes for furnishing the Market …. [Volume 8, page 48] …. Hall be approved and authorized to be

J. J. Sparrow complained of the disgraceful condition of of Pender Street (pictured) in front of his stables. Rent for the market hall fixed $20 for dances, $15 for concerts, $5 for Sunday during the day, $8 for Sunday night. The Finance Committee informed the Trades and Labour Council that the City won't be clearing acreage in Stanley Park this year, due to lack of funds. Illustration: City of vancouver Archives CVA SGN861Pender between Burrard and Thurlow Original handwritten minutes here: City of Vancouver ArchivesCOV Series 31, Volume 8, pages 58-62 To see or download pictures of the original handwritten minutes for this date, click on the buttons below (two parts): part one:Nov 08 1897 | part one part two:Nov 08 1897 | part two [Volume 8, Page 58] The Council met on Monday November 8th 1897 Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Townley, McQueen, Neelands, Clandening, McPhaiden, Brown, W.S. MacDonald, Bethune and D.G. McDonald. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From J. C. Lynn Smith etal asking for the opening up of Denman Street {from Georgia to Beach Streets} and the placing of a light thereon. Referred to the Board of Works & Light Committee. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From J. J. Sparrow calling attention to the disgraceful {dangerous} condition of Pender Street in front of his stables. Referred to the Board of Works. From L. J. Cady calling attention to the bad condition of the sidewalk on 5th Avenue {between Prince Edward and Carolina Streets}. Referred to the Board of Works. From Ramsay Brothers tendering an account for repairing a sewer {$6.00} in rear of their factory. Referred to the Board of Works. From the Secretary of the Free Library Board asking for the balance of the appropriation. Referred to the Finance Committee. From Mrs. S. E. Boyes asking for the opening of a lane {from Westminster Avenue} between 14th and 15th Avenues. Referred to the Board of Works. From J. G. Campbell etal, asking for an electric light on the alley way {parallel to Hastings Street} between Homer and Cambie Streets. Referred to the Light Committee. [Volume 8, page 59] From the Minister of Agriculture stating that he could not see his way clear to reconsider the decision re the lepers on D’Arcy Island. Referred to the Finance Committee. The following Reports were received and read: Health Committee The Health Committee met on Wednesday November 3rd 1897.Present: Aldermen McPhaiden, W.S. McDonald, Neelands & Bethune The following accounts were recommended for payment:C. Clark supplies $5.15J. Stevens & Son supplies $2.80William Ralph supplies $15.00Hang (Chinese) cooking $15.00J.W. Mallory salary $24.00D.J. McLean supplies $1.85A. Notte labor $5.00H. Hagarty labor $1.00Miss J. Brown labor $10.00J. Edgerton labor $1.25J. M. Lefevre medical evidence $5.00Dr. Hall medical evidence $8.00Evans, Coleman & Evans supplies $24.21 Communications From Miss Macfie furnishing Report. Filed. From the Health Inspector representing that certain box drains were required on Mount Pleasant and in the east end. Referred

This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick Illustration: CVA M-3-9.7 MacKinnon Block & Masonic Hall – Hastings & Granville 1898 Original handwritten minutes here: City of Vancouver ArchivesCOV Series 31, Volume 8, page 72 only To see or download photos of handwritten minutes, click on the button below: Nov 19 1897 [Volume 8, Page 72] A special meeting of the Council was held on Friday November 19th 1897 at 3pm. Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, Neelands, McQueen, McPhaiden, Brown, Bethune and D.G. McDonald. The object of the meeting was to consider proposed alterations on the roof of the MacKinnon Block. Moved by Alderman McQueen; Seconded by Alderman Bethune After having heard the explanations of the Architect in reference to the MacKinnon Block be it resolved that the matter be left in the hands of the Chairman of the board of Works and City Engineer to see that the public safety is properly safeguarded. Carried. The Council then adjourned. Thomas Francis McGuiganCity Clerk W. TempletonMayor

This transcript was made in 2021 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick. Illustration: City of vancouver Archives CVA 2008-010.4143CPR Dock at foot of Howe St. c 1896 Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesSeries 31 Volume 8 page 78 only To see photo of original handwritten page, click the button below: Nov 24 1897 A special meeting of the Council was held on Wednesday November 24th 1897. Present His Worship the Mayor and Alderman Painter, Townley, McQueen, Neelands, McPhaiden, Brown, W. S. MacDonald, D. G. McDonald and Bethune. A communication was received from the C. P. R. Co asking for exemption on the preposed terminal building, wharves, etc. The communication was laid over for modification consideration. The Council then adjourned. W. TempletonMayor Thos. F. McGuiganCity Clerk

Council agreed to draft a By-law for the CPR to be exempted from City taxes for twenty years, in exchange for the CPR making certain improvements. This document was transcribed in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick. Illustration: CVA 294-078CPR Coastal Steamer SS Charmer c 1895 Original handwritten minutes: CVA Series 31Volume 8, pages 87- 88 December 3, 1897Download City Council Minutes – Vancouver December 3rd 1897 [Volume 8, Page 87] The Council met on Friday December 3rd 1897 Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, Townley, McQueen, McPhaiden, Neelands, Brown, W.S. MacDonald, D.G. McDonald and Bethune, also the City Solicitor Messrs E.P. Davis and George Mc L. Brown. The object of the meeting was to consider proposed exemption on the terminal buildings of the CPR Co. etc. After discussing the question, it was moved by Alderman McQueen, Seconded by Alderman McPhaiden. Whereas a letter dated 24th of November 1897, containing certain proposals for exemption has been received from the CPR Co. And whereas it is amongst other proposals suggested that the City should agree to have the Company harmless for eight years from taxation on any of its real estate within the City resulting from aid being given in any form by the City to other railways other than street and suburban. And whereas in the opinion of this Council, the citizens of the City if asked to do so would not agree to such a proposal. And whereas in the opinion of this Council it would be of advantage to the City that if the Company make the improvements described in the said letter that their yards and works would be exempted from taxation for a period of years. Be it resolved that provided the CPR Co. agree to commence and carry on and complete within a period to be agreed on, the improvements described and set out in their letter of the 24th of November 1897, that this Council will submit a By-Law to the citizens to be voted upon exempting the right of way and property of the Company used strictly for railway and steamship purposes for a period of twenty years from taxation and if necessary, will apply to the Legislators of British Columbia…. [Volume 8, Page 88] … for an Act validating the said By-Law. Carried. Moved by Alderman W.S. MacDonald; Seconded by Alderman G.G. McDonald That a copy of the above resolution be sent to Mr. George Mch. Brown on behalf of the Company. Carried. The Council then adjourned. Thomas Francis McGuigan W. Templeton City Clerk Mayor

Council asked BC Electric Co to extend their Pender Street Car Service to the new City Hall on Westminster Avenue. The Water and Market Committee approved payment to Robertson & Hackett (pictured above) supplies $146.05. A Music Hall By-law was overturned 6-3. Requests to the Province of BC for 1888 were: Hospital $5,000, Women's Hospital $2,000, Fire Department $1,000, Drill shed Site $9,000. This document was transcribed in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick Illustration: CVA 1376-42 Robertson & Hackett Sawmills Ltd wholesale and retail store Original handwritten minutes: City of Vancouver ArchivesCOV S31, Volume 8, pages 94 – 100 To see or download photos of the original handwritten pages, click on the buttons below (two parts) December 13, 1897 part 1Download December 13, 1897 part 2Download [Volume 8, Page 94] The Council met on Monday December 13th 1897 Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Townley, Painter, McQueen, Neelands, McPhaiden, Brown, W. S. MacDonald, D. G. McDonald and Bethune. Communications From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From the City Solicitor giving an opinion on the rights of the Street Railway Co on 9th Avenue. Referred to the Light Committee. The following Reports were received and read: Water and Market Committee The Water and Market Committee met on Wednesday December 8th 1897. Present: the full Board It was resolved to carry a 4” pipe one block down Prince Edwards Street and place a hydrant for the protection of W.A. McIntosh & Co and the BC Cattle Co’s slaughter houses. It was resolved not to lay a pipe on 13th Avenue from Westminster Avenue to Westminster Road at present as there is not enough applicants for water. It was resolved that the Chairman and the City Engineer be authorized to purchase a curtain for the stage in the City Hall (new). The following accounts were recommended for payment: City Grocery Co supplies $92.56 J. Evans Jr expenses $1.50 J.C. Woodrow supplies $51.40 Spelson & Co supplies $73.50 Vancouver City Iron Works $7.30 [Volume 8, Page 95] John Boyd & Co supplies $9.92 Hastings SawMill Co supplies $29.59 William Ralph supplies $34.87 Union SS Co towing $38.40 Armstrong & Morrison supplies $559.00 Willard & Robertson supplies $23.50 E. Clough supplies $22.00 A. McKelvie & Co supplies $6.72 George Adams labor $14.00 Henry Jenkins labor $5.60 John McLean labor $14.00 J.K. Sutherland supplies $1.65 Thos Dunn & Co supplies $25.59 Robertson & Hackett supplies $146.05 *illustrated on this page* Evans, Coleman & Evans supplies $15.78 City Treasurer supplies $50.00 News Advertiser supplies $3.00 Thos. Dunn & Co supplies $79.52 Water Works Pay Roll labor $566.50 C.R. Oldershaw final estimate $146.25 Signed William Brown, Chairman Moved by Alderman Brown; Seconded by Alderman NeelandsThat the Report be adopted. Carried Board of Works The Board of Works met on December 9th 1897. Present: the full Board Communications From petitioners of Ward 5, asking that the 6-foot walk on 12th Avenue be extended from Ontario to Manitoba Streets. Referred to the Ward

BCER offered to run a streetcar every twenty minutes if Council would allow them to run a car in charge of only one man. Proposed amendments to the Act of Incorporation of the City of Vancouver to be published in the newspaper prior to being sent to the House in Victoria. The Board of Works, the Finance Committee, and the Water and Market Committee all submitted lists of expenses to be paid. This transcript was made in 2022 by Transcribimus volunteer Joanne McCormick Illustration: CVA 15-01 Burnaby Street at Broughton, overlooking English Bay; c1899 original handwritten minutes: COV Series 31, Volume 8, pages 108 – 112 To see or download photos of the handwritten pages, click on the button(s) below: part one:Dec 27 1897 | part 1 part two:Dec 27 1897 | part 2 [Volume 8, Page 108] The Council met on Monday December 27th 1897 Present: His Worship the Mayor and Aldermen Painter, McQueen, Neelands, Brown, McPhaiden, W.S. MacDonald, D.G. McDonald and Bethune. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From the Manager of the BC Electric Co notifying the Council of the installation of the 15th new light. Filed. From W. T. Steward, Winnipeg, asking for a letter from the Council showing that he was instrumental in securing cheap light for the City. Referred to Aldermen Brown, McPhaiden and Bethune and City Engineer to draft a reply. From the Chief of Police reporting on the electric lights. Filed. From the Lieutenant Governor acknowledging receipt of letter from the City Clerk re estimates for next year. Filed. The following Reports were received and read: Board of Works The Board of Works met on the 23rd of December 1897. Present: the full Board Communication From F. T. Underhill, asking for a walk ….. [Volume 8, Page 109] …on Broughton Street. Ward Foreman to attend to after the beginning of the new year. From petitioners asking for sidewalking on Hastings Street east of Westminster Avenue. Recommended to the incoming Council. Resolved that a six-foot walk be laid on Lansdowne Avenue on north side by the Ward men from Westminster Avenue and Scotia Street. The following accounts were recommended for payment: Robertson & Hackett supplies $243.64 McLennan & McFeely supplies $6.95 J. Sciutto supplies $2.65 Evans, Coleman & Evans supplies $9.35 BCMT & T Co supplies $97.80 Colquhorn & Fraser supplies $2.75 Thos Stewart inspect bridges $50.00 E. J. Kendall supplies $440.30 S. Elkins etal labor $1402.60 Signed H. J. Painter, Chairman Moved by Alderman Painter; Seconded by Alderman W. S. MacDonaldThat the Report be adopted. Carried. Finance Committee The Finance Committee met on Friday December 24th 1897. Present: Aldermen McQueen, Brown and Bethune The following account was recommended for payment: [Volume 8, Page 110] The Post Master stamps $7.00 Telephone Co rent $34.60 Evans, Coleman & Evans supplies $19.77 William Ball posting notices $2.00 News, Advertiser pamphlets $1241.25 Resolved that the Bank of BNA be paid 4.5 percent interest on the School debentures held by them under the