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The bill on "Physical Deterioration and Alcoholism," together
with the cards against public spitting with a view to the prevention
of consumption, were forwarded to a number of occupiers of
factories and workshops in the Borough and likewise to clergymen.
The bill and cards were enclosed with a letter, stating that if
permission were granted for the bill and cards to be exhibited in
any premises within this Borough with which the above-mentioned
occupiers and clergymen were connected, varnished copies on cardboard
would be furnished. A small handbill on "Physical
Deterioration and Alcoholism " was also enclosed.
Colonel Long's Committee asked for the appointment of a
representative of the Council on a deputation to the Prime Minister
or other member of the Government to urge effect be given to the
recommendation of the Inter-departmental Committee on Physical
Deterioration, that an enquiry be held into the question of venereal
diseases.
The Council had already approved the request for an enquiry,
and the Committee appointed Mr. Councillor A. G. Smith to attend
the deputation.