Minutes, Tue 30 May 1848

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Tue 30 May 1848

Summary

Letter from Mr Bravender of Cirencester, Agent to Lord St German. Planned improvements in a farm house and premises at Eisey. Bridge over canal would be serious impediment to plans. Swing bridge proposed. Reply that Public would have cause of complaint. Interference with navigation of canal. Request refused.
Coal trade at Thames Head and near Tetbury considerably reduced. Tonnage of 2s more than trade can support. Drawback of 9d on coal for supply of Tetbury, Malmesbury and neighbourhood.
Complaint about wharfinger of Kempsford for his inattention and neglect of duties. Mr Willson to find a more efficient person.
Half-yearly accounts to 4 April 1848.

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