1914-10-07rq

In October 1914, a traditional mix up between City of Hamilton departments occurred, and as was often the case, the location of matter was in Gore Park.

In a three paragraph article, the Spectator described the incident, and in manner that could have been used again and again as the situation was all too common before October 1914, and would be equally common afterwards.

“The dispute between the works department and parks board concerning the lighting of Gore park appears to be no nearer adjustment now than it was six months ago.

“W. H. Childs, assistant manager of the Hydro department, when asked this morning what was being done in the way of lighting the Gore, said that the parks board and works department were still arguing as to which one should pay the cost of lighting.

“ ‘We are simply waiting for an order to turn the lights on, together with a statement as to whom we may look for payment,’ said Mr. Childs. “In the meantime, we have completed the laying of our underground connections at the Gore, and everything is in readiness to light it whenever the two departments mentioned come to an agreement.’ "¹

¹ “Gore Park Lights : Works Department and Parks Board Disagree.”

Hamilton Spectator. October 7, 1914