CONDITIONS IN CAMPS.
Sir, —I was much interested in tlio report of your Pokeno correspondent in Saturday's issue regarding the proposed improvements in conditions at Mangatawhiri single men's camp. I visited that camp a few weeks ago, and certainly the renewal of moth-eaten tent flys, erection of a drying room, and shelling or gravelling the approaches, were matters long overdue. While these are receiving attention, let me suggest to the responsible authorities that the following bo given serious consideration: —The provision of boards to spread on earthen floors between bunks in those tents not already supplied (a few dismantled motor-car cases would suit admirably); weatherprotected latrine accommodation; and a purer and more satisfactory water supply. Given these minimum necessities and comforts, much satisfaction to the occupants would result, and winter conditions in the camp be quite tolerable. R.M.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIX, Issue 21167, 27 April 1932, Page 14
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