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delivered at the central depot by the tradesmen. The incinerator
was built in 1888 by Messrs. Heenan and Froude and has recently
been reconstructed.
Smoke Abatement. — Complaints have been received from
time to time with regard to the emission of smoke, dust and
fumes from the engine-sheds of the London and North Eastern
Railway adjoining Hornsey Station. Observations have been
kept on these sheds during 1925, and, although " black " smoke
was not detected, yet a considerable amount of dark smoke and
unpleasant fumes was noticeable. It seems singularly unfortunate
that a railway company should choose a residential neighbourhood
as a site for the clinkering and re-firing of many of their
main-line locomotives.
Offensive Trades.—There are no offensive trades carried on
within the Borough.
Schools. — Reference is made to the sanitary condition of
schools, and to other matters relating to schools, in the Report of
of the School Medical Officer.
Sanitary Work.—Mr. Thorpe, the Senior Sanitary Inspector,
has supplied me with the following summary of work done by the
Sanitary Inspectors during the year. A short study of it will
give some idea of the great variety of work undertaken by the
Inspectors. This work is often carried out in the face of considerable
difficulties, and the high standard of efficiency attained
in the Borough reflects great credit on the tact and skill of Mr.
Thorpe and his staff.