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Poplar 1924
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Poplar, Metropolitan Borough]
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MORTUARY
The number of bodies deposited in the Mortuary, Cottage Street. Poplar, during the year was 267 :—
| Residents. | Non.Residents.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| No age stated | 2 | 0 |
| Stillborn | 0 | 0 |
| Under 1 year | 20 | 4 |
| 1 to 5 years | 19 | 0 |
| 5 to 15 years | 15 | 1 |
| 15 to 25 years | 11 | 1 |
| 25 to 65 years | 118 | 10 |
| 65 years and upwards | 59 | 7 |
| Totals | 2 44 | 23 |
* Brought from outside the Borough for the convenience of the
Coroner.