Cloke, Isaac | Day 12
A Permanent Way Inspector (PWI) was a Railway Employee who had the responsibility for the condition of the railway track and associated embankments etc in his area of jurisdiction. (i.e the “Permanent Way”). He would make physical inspections of the track – sometimes on a push trolley. Maintenance staff would work in conjunction with the PWI to ensure the tracks were kept in good order and the safety of the railway was maintained.
Witness Type: Both Sides
Witness Testimony:
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(Mr. Holl.) What are you ? — A permanent-way inspector.
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Where do you live ? — Middle Deal.
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What did you receive ? — I received 6L.
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Who from ? — 3L. from Mr. Ralph for my vote, and 3L. from Mr. Watts after the election.
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(Mr. Jeune.) The first 3L. was for your vote ? — I promised my vote that side, and I got 3L. for voting.
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And then you took 3L. from the other side ? — I did not promise that side. I understood the money was waiting for me, so I went across and picked the money up.
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(Mr. Holl.) Did you receive anything more ? — Not a farthing.