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of habits of cleanliness, which cannot be directly measured in
financial terms, except in so far that the healthy body and a sound
mind is a distinct gain to the whole community.
Sanitary Conveniences.
The number of Sanitary Conveniences for the use of the public
has not been increased since my Report of last year.
The Council have, however, under consideration the provision
of a Public Convenience at the junction of High Road, Mayes Road
and Alexandra Road.
This neighbourhood has become a very busy part of the District,
particularly on Friday and Saturday nights, and there is no
question that a Public Convenience in this immediate neighbourhood
will have to be provided.
Plans have been submitted by the Surveyor for an underground
Convenience; but water pipes, electric cables, etc, have to be considered,
so that this matter will of necessity take time in negotiating
with the different Authorities affected.
Public Mortuary.
Bodies deposited during year 40
Inquests held 39
Post Mortem examinations made 37
Causes of Death:—
Natural 23
Accidental 5
Misadventure 8
Suicide 1
Foetus 1
Still.born 1
Chronic Alcoholism 1
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