Reference: CO 133/11
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The supply of water to Government House and Offices was originally undertaken by the Royal Engineer's Department, and transferred to me to complete, but unfortunately the pipes delivered for the service were insufficient — no stopcocks, fire plugs, and suitable curved pieces or junctions, such as were estimated for and required; and as those cannot be made here in a satisfactory substantial manner, the difficulties in executing the work have been very great indeed. However, no doubt the service when complete will answer effectually; but before it can require further work to increase the supply of water, or prevent want at the Barracks, this must form the subject of a Special Report and Estimate, as I am afraid the Balance of the Estimate for that service will be exceeded. (12 Memo do)
As regards the supply of water to the Gaol also, similar difficulties arose. The deficiency in stock was such that it was by accident that I obtained a supply of iron pipes and valves as required; but the stopcocks were obliged to be cast in copper, and at great expense for turns and junctions in situations where only iron should be used; indeed, throughout, the whole difficulties have been greater than could be imagined by an unprofessional person, from the want of these materials which, had I had time, might have been procured from England. (87. 52)
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