Wed 10 Jan 1844
Works of Railway at the Bourne in same state, all operations suspended. Nothing done about culvert but bridge in the Hampton Road nearly finished, adding more than 2 feet to steep incline. Great injury to Hampton, Tetbury and Malmesbury traders. Notice to Mr Lawrence and Mr Beadnell the contractor to make road agreeably with Act of Parliament.
Letter from Mr Willson re Order of General Assembly 23 October 1832. Charge of 3d per ton on vessels conveying coals beyond Brimscombe Port and called back tonnage, the legality lately disputed.
Application from Samuel Aldum, who wished to buy the small piece of land, 3 or 4 perches, he occupies at the Golden Valley. Agreed but Company not to be part of any expense.
Works at the Bourne still suspended. Mr Hall’s plan of viaduct over canal differing from the original as required by the Act. No objection to alteration but notice to contractor and Mr Hall re road leading to bridge from wharf at Brimscombe should be acted on. Ascent must be made in compliance with Act.
Churn millers’ water payments listed.
Plan of tug boat provided by Mr Willson 30ft long 10ft wide. Machinery for tugging, pumping and icebreaking. Cost £620. Maintenance £260, paid for by tolls raised from boats using it. Contract for party to build boat. Mr Willson to prepare specification to show cost and insure Company against larger expense.
