£1095 Great India Peninsular Railway stock - tax can be reclaimed. But this is one of several stocks held in the Trust Deed for the mission. Send accounts for last 6 years and claim will be made out.
Witham, Weld and CoLetter
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Letter discusses the nature of funding and tax liabilities. When did Miss Insley die? [manuscript note: "10.2.84"]. Possible to arrange for a charitable trust to hold the funds - Witham Weld cannot advise the trustees on what to do, they need to be advised by their own advisors. The two gifts have particular problems and will need to be administered separately.
Witham, Weld and CoMichael Ward expresses concern over the state of affairs at Walsingham. As he has no official status other than as Chair of the Appeals Committee he cannot interfere. Have asked Michael Wingate for his observation on overspending on the Appeal. "I do not think you could find a worse combination to manage a complex organisation than two schoolmasters!"
Ward Gethin & CoPg1: letter - parents often meet the travel costs - only a few ask for a subsidy. Fr Ketterer always claimed from the Catholic Education Council. The approach was a third from each of the parents, the CEC and the Parish. Now we get what we can from the parents. But the Council still provides one-third.
pg2: Season Tickets from January 1954 to December 1954 - term by term breakdown.
Sr Kathleen, as pro-Administrator, requesting permission for an overdraft else unable to pay wages this weekend. Extensive list of reasons as to why one is needed: maintenance; accommodation conversion; donations have ceased; 18 pipe bursts... "I admit I have been a failure at Walsingham, but have always acted in good faith and tried my poor best, although in complete darkness where most things are concerned and now shall be only too delighted if someone else takes over."
Caulfield, Kathleen Sister SM (-2006)Mrs Richardson writes as Chairman: St Bede's problem over bussing finance was discussed, and it was agreed that £2000 may be deducted from Sawston Parish Account. They have concern over how this problem arose - therefore more details would have been appreciated to indicate where responsibilty lies. Assurance required that this is a one off payment and not on-going. Want a school govenor to attend their meeting to explain toi them and the parish.
Sawston Parish Advisory CommitteeSurprised that the £5,000 per annum St Cecilia's agreement is being covered by a cheque for £4,000. A mistake?
Matthews, Len RevReceipt for repayment from Rev John Duff of £56-12-6d representing the balance of the £95 loan plus interest to Huntingdon Mission. One penny stamp over-signed by Thomas Seed, Peterborough.
CorrespondentReceipt for repayment from Rev John Duff of £40 against a £95 loan to Huntingdon Mission. One penny stamp over-signed by Thomas Seed, Peterborough.
CorrespondentDr Ralphs confirming the lowest tender has been selected. The liabilities for the Education Committee are itemised. School Managers liability £7,116.4.4
The required small store [a sanctuary required by Fr Sammons for his proposed Mass Centre use] is not part of the school's purposes and the managers will pay £268.9.6 which reduces the amount attracting the 50% Ministry grant.
Liquidators challenging direct payments to sub-contractors as technically the contract ended when Rogers (Hunstanton) Ltd ceased trading on 26 January. Looks bleak for Whitmore, even as they press hard for payment. Meeting arranged with Mgr McBride, Michael Ward, Stan Ticker and the Quantity Surveyors to discuss
Purcell Miller Tritton & PartnersMany items outside of main contract (e.g. Sanctuary Lamp, Altar Cloth, furniture) - need to gather these together and adjust the Financial Statement dated 5 February.
Harder to assess impact of Rogers (Hunstanton) Ltd insolvency, in particular how subcontractors are managed.
Michael Wingate writing to Michael Ward: responding to a letter of 15 April requesting observations on overspend. An annotated list of designated gifts provided to Stan Tucker who collated them all into one total sum. Duplication of items lead to Clive [Birch] believing they were covered by a gift and ordering them. The underlying reason for the confusion is that no-one is responsible for cost management. Contracted costs have been successfully controlled but such peripheral items incur additional costs or a commissioned on a time charge basis.
Additionally there have been two major plan changes. Also expected to fit-out in a more lavish way than expected. It all comes back to nobody assuming responsibility for overall expenditure.
Responding to request for observations on overspend. Describes lumping together of disparate costs led to a misunderstanding about the status of gifts and instructions for work [when no funds present]. Reason is a confusion over responsibility for cost management. Contract costs are controlled but receive instructions for peripheral items one by one.
Taking a longer view the original concept of a simple and spartan place of peace has been overtaken by pressure to fit out in a more lavish style. It was also though that full use would be made of existing ecclesiastical paraphernalia but was replaced by requests for new equipment. This was variously constrained within existing costs or the system of "designated gifts" was developed to cover extra expenses deemed to be irresistible. His office thought the system was working but if not then it goes to the earlier point of nobody taking responsibility for checking overall expenditure.
Freeland admonishes Fr Malone for "YOUR PRECIPITATE ACTION WITH REGARD TO [sic capitals] the property at St Neots has placed me in a very invidious position. I must either give my approval or quarrel with Canon Tonks...". Asks Fr Malone whether he would have behaved in the same manner when the Bishop had been alive. It should have gone before the Finance Board for consideration.
Freeland, John Francis Rev (1861-1940)Committee (Chairman, Treasurer + one other signed) writing to state that Diocesan financial management should be managed by a suitably qualified, lay accountant as is the case in reputable charities. The news that the Diocese is to be without one may affect laity confidence.
Aldeburgh Parish Finance CommitteeAccepting the invitation to serve on the Executive Committee. Her husband's eye operation took a time to heal and he will be happy to serve too. Her husband can advise on financial matters but not undertake work. She has concerns about the proposals for the development of the Slipper Chapel area.
Pyne, Mary M MrsMr Sitwell sends on the Easter offering cheque from Leiston congregation. He hopes Fr Reeman is feeling better and recovering his health.
Sitwell, OswaldRefers to letter of 29-4-1987 to Mr Warwick and invites comments on the financial situation. Toller & Co's letter [not present] is not good reading. Discussed with Fr Wilson the distribution of properties given by Mgr Hulme. Whatever happens with sales they will not provide funds for the Amenities at the Shrine. Not being negative but taking a realistic view to help Shrine Council decide on best policy.
Duffin, Matthew CJohn Hawkes, the Bursar is at the point of resigning - it is impossible for him to apply financial controls when the staff go over his head to Clive [Fr Birch, Shrine Administrator]. Last straw was an invoice for £4,000 for the repository which already holds £20,000 of stock. Given that the Executive had spelt out no more expense one can understand John's feelings. Several issues identified; definite restraint needs to be applied to the shrine set-up.
McBride, Edward Rev (1919-2011)