Drainage scheme for Christchurch and the suburbs: with plan and explanatory diagram

Printed at the "Times" office, Christchurch in 1878, Drainage Scheme for Christchurch and the Suburbs details a plan to improve drainage in the city and suburbs. Included are a number of foldout plans of irrigation reserves, sewers and pumping stations, man holes and house drains.

The text discusses the characteristics of city's environment, present drainage and current population. With Christchurch 'still in it's youth', the need is mentioned for efficient drainage to prevent future public health problems.