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The total number of persons housed during 1902 was 97. These
persons came from 45 tenements, 33 being one-roomed tenements, and
12 two-roomed tenements. The persons housed received board
during their stay. Such provision has been authorised by the
Local Government Board in a circular letter addressed to the local
authorities last year.
I may here add that one great advantage of the shelter is, that
every person who is admitted consents to taking a bath, either on
admittance or before leaving. Invariably the persons housed expressed
their satisfaction and pleasure at the accommodation afforded
on leaving the building, and many would willingly make a longer
stay. I may here state, that at first there was a great reluctance to
use the shelter, but by tact and perseverance this was overcome, and
now there is not only willingness, but even eagerness at times to
accept the accommodation.
Cleansing of Persons Act.—In connection with the disinfecting
station we have provided baths for both sexes, for persons who are
infected with parasites. During the year we had 3 persons apply for
the use of the bath. Whilst taking the bath their clothes were
disinfected by superheated steam.
Summary of Clerical Wore of Public Health
Department, 1902.
Letters, etc., sent out 3,840
Circulars, Notices, etc. 12,120
Committee Notices 1,340
Copies of Summonses and Orders made out 312