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Of the elementary schools, that of the Church of England,
situated in the older part of the town, is of a type we do not regard
as being in conformity with our present standards.
The Castle School at Rippleside remains unconnected with the
public sewer, but it is anticipated that on the completion of the
drainage of this area proper arrangements will be made.
In connection with the prevention of infectious disease exclusion
of contacts is carried out in accordance with the Memorandum
drawn up by the Ministry of Health and the Board of Education.
It has not been tound necessary to close any department of
the schools as a result of infectious disease, but during the year,
owing to certain instances of smallpox occurring amongst the
scholars at the Cambell School, there was a considerable fall in the
school attendance. All necessary disinfection and other precautions
were adopted to prevent the spread of the disease.
35. RAG FLOCK ACTS, 1911 AND 1928.
There are two premises where upholstery repairs are carried
out and these premises are regularly inspected.
The general practice at both establishments is to use fibre or
wood wool for the purpose of repairs. On no occasion has rag flock
been found in use.