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ordered it to be taken in hand by the Botanic Department. Owing to the 
damp nature of the site, thity-two drains were run transversely across 
the ground, and laid with four-inch tile pipes. These have removed the 
superfluous water which checked the growth of plants and gave the place 
a dreary appearance. 
55. — After filling in the drains and levelling the surface, the neces- 
sary authority was obtained by the “ Ladies’ Tennis Club ” to occupy 
the ground. The design as modified is composed of lawn, flower-beds, 
and curvilinear walks, and although considerable ornamental effect had 
to be sacrificed in order to leave sufficient space for a number of tennis 
courts, the place has been greatly improved. 
56. — Revenue and Expenditure. — The receipts and expenditure 
of the year will he found detailed in Appendix A. The total receipts 
amounted to $10,809.78, and the expenditure to $10,008.83 ; this leaves a 
balance on the side of receipts of $200.95. 
N. CANTLEY, 
Superintendent of the Botanic Gardens 
