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40. This sum does not include the cost of making connections to house- drains; as this is, for the present, done by the house-holders. It is most desirable that the actual connection should be made, and the trap fixed, by the Drainage Department. The discussion of this question, however, involves the consideration of the whole subject of House-drainage, which is so important that it will be dealt with in a separate report.
41. The works described in this report may be completed in three years, from date of order to commence. Pipes, etc. are in stock, to the value of about $50,000, which will be available for the work.
I have the honour to be,
To
Sir,
Your obedient Servant,
The Honourable W. M. DEANE, C.M.G.,
Acting Colonial Secretary.
OSBERT CHADWICK.