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lying near to the surface to carry off moisture from the
surface; and with this combination of natural and artificial
advantages, we ought to expect a low mortality. The Report
of the present year will show that such an expectation is
fairly realized. For a further reduction of the number of
deaths, and otherwise to secure the advantages already
obtained, it will be necessary to extend the exercise of the
power of the Vestry still further to improve the house
accommodation of the poor, to make them clean and wholesome
in spite of themselves and their prejudices. When
this can be fully effected, we may look with confidence for
a mortality list which may bear advantageous comparison
with the most healthy parts of the kingdom.
I have the honour to be,
Gentlemen,
Your most obedient servant,
J. H. FREEMAN,
Medical Officer of Health for Mile End Old Town.
Newell, Printer, Assembly Row, Mile End Road.