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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Poplar 1938
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Poplar, Metropolitan Borough]
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| Vehicle. | Speedometer register (miles). | Petrol consumption (gallons). | Average m.p.g. |
|---|---|---|---|
Electrolytic Disinfecting Fluid.
The electrolytic disinfecting fluid as manufactured contains approximately
9-10 grammes per litre of free chlorine and is broken down to a
strength of approximately 4 grammes per litre for distribution.
During the year 56,229 gallons were manufactured and broken
down to 136,431 gallons of weaker solution for distribution.
The production of the solution at a strength of 4 grammes of available
chlorine per litre has averaged 124,857 gallons per annum for three years
at an average annual cost of £2,053, the cost per gallon thus being
nearly 4d.