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~he foliowlng~ reso!u~ion:~ "Whereas, the Oity of Portsmouth has provided for use of its, people p!aygro~nd~ and rec~eatiomal centers, as in its Judgment the occasion demands, amd also has provide& one of the most beautiful parks in-the country, ~th a magnificent nine~-~h~ld golf course, yet we find this is not enough to care for ~he dailydemandmsmade~upon our. presen~faa£1i~ies~ but with the additlonalgrounds of the privately owned golf course, w~ have been enabled to take care of the si~tienin a fairly, satisfactory manner. We are informed that the ground owned by the pri~ate corporation is abo~t to be sold, and if this is done, we will be deprived of this valuable asset which is now greatly in demand. Portsmouth is growing by leaps and bounds, and the more people we have here, the grea~er are the~demands for playgrouhds amd recreational centers. Omtdoor sports are be - coming more essential to health and the peace amd happiness of our people and money spent for this prupose brings abundant return. The era of prosperity uoon which we are about ~O enter will no doubt have effect on the prices of real estate and ~ands, and if we are to look to the future, it is ap parent that now is the a¢ceptabl~ time to secure sueh lands that may be needed in the future for athletic and recreational purposes. Therefore, be it resolved, t~hat we respectfully request your honorable body to give immediate attention to this important ma~ter. The parcel of land to which we refer contains about 80 acres, and can be bought at the same price paid for by the o~er, plus in - retest and taxes, Rexpectful!y submitted, Executive Oommtttee, Portsmouth 0hamber of Oommerce Geo. O. Diggs, President." Privilege Of the floor was granted Mr. Kent Johnston, Mr. T~A~ Wi!lett and Mr. N. O. Lawrence, who spoke in favor of the request in said letter. Notion of Mr. Howard to refer to a committee of the 0ounci!, amd the Oity Manager, for investigation and report, was adored. The Ohair appointed Messrs. Howard, Hutchins and Weiseman, on said ~ommittee. On motion adjourned. Olerk. Approved - ~ ' President.