Claude Fisher had mentioned other properties but they are no ours. We only have 389 High Street. Bill for repairs and paintings to the Whit e House in Poringland - have no money perhaps Fr Moorcraft can honour the bill?
On a personal note, he comments that Fr Moorcraft looked tired at Clapham - with current shocks on the Stock Market it must be hard to sleep at night!
K H Milton outlining his findings after a visit to the Pilgrim premises and meeting Fr Connelly.
Fire Prevention Officer has visited [listed] premises and has made a range of recommendations (which are mandatory). A closure notice would be served immediately. However, it would be withdrawn if remedial work commenced immediately. Messrs Fisher & Sons (Fakenham) Ltd were secured to do the work. The work done so far is satisfactory. However, Fisher will need some cost control measures in place with a proper contractual situation between Fisher and Fr Connelly to establish proper scrutiny.
Three new covenants and cheque for Family Fast enclosed [not present]. Damage to house includes guttering, fence, roof slates. May be difficulty in getting a builder "in the local circumstances". Sacristy floor covering 27 years old and needs replacing.
Howlin, Laurence F, RevPlumbers take their time - but at least Fr Howlin gets what he wants. Received £50 from "ANON" and forwards it as part of parish funds. In case ANON wants it back or wants to know how it was spent, he lists the serial numbers of the three notes (2x£20, 1X£10)
Howlin, Laurence F, RevEncloses a cheque for £1295-15 and lists the collection elements.
Request received to put broken glass on the wall separating the church from the garage next door. Canon McBride sees nothing wrong with agreeing but suggests gaining the Bishop's views.
Estimate regarding the clock - £200. Would like to sell it (need the money) but will accede if the Bishop says it should go to Mrs Sykes.
Tell-tales have been placed to register movement in the stonework. Mr Taylor, the builder, thinks movement has stopped. Redecoration would be about £1000 and it should be done at this time of the year. If allowed then it will start after Christmas.
manuscript annotation: "Offer it to Mrs Sykes for £200?"
Encloses details [not present] of work done on presbytery and sacristy. A lot need to be done to make the place habitable - and there are three rooms yet to do. Fr Pritchard had done much when here - what it was like before...? Still more to do. Church at Halesworth not been touched since it was built 17 years ago.
Sloan, James Rev (1913-1988)Borough surveyors says there is no right of way to the home. Its use seems to be a concession on our part. Perhaps can offer the lady this approach?
Halesworth Church has woodworm on the outside and needs £500 to £550 amount of work. Permission to proceed?
manuscript note: "Told Jim 2/4/74 to get on with the fence"
Windows overlooking church property: no objections provided they are frosted glass and do not open except at the top.
Right of Way: Unsure about the right of way being requested - there is a private foot path to the old people's home. Awaiting confirmation from East Suffolk County Council.
Workmen in the house - big job to put matters right - no proper outlet and the water from the sink goes straight in to the wall.
Bill for work on the presbytery (which was in a 'crummy'' state) has come to more than expected - £3344-77. Have £1500 in the bank but £500 is needed for work on Halesworth church. Can you help out?
Sloan, James Rev (1913-1988)Recently inspected the Church and Presbytery at Southwold. Both are in need of maintenance - painting, cleaning. Evidence of movement in the stonework. Sensible to have an Architect or Engineer visit and give recommendations.
Phelan & Agutter