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The question as to closing of West Hackney Churchyard
entirely, was considered in March last, by the Medical Officer of
Graveyards and myself, when it was decided in the presence of
the Vicar and the Churchwardens, that burials might be allowed
there, if the order in Council as to family graves was strictly
carried out, but not otherwise. There is a good deal of space
still unoccupied there, so that if due care be used, this churchyard
will not be entirely closed for years.
The number of bodies deposited in the mortuary was less than
usual, viz., 27 only. Of these 13 deaths occurred from drowning,
2 from accidents, 2 from fever, and 2 from small pox. There
were also brought there, the bodies of 7 newly-born children,
and of one adult, found dead, from natural causes.
I cannot conclude my report, without stating the efficient
manner in which the inspectors and sub-inspector have performed
their duties.
I remain, Gentlemen,
Yours obediently,
JOHN W. TRIPE, M.D.
Medical Officer of Health.
Received and ordered to be printed and circulated.
John Kelday,
Chairman.
June 9th, 1871.