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Mortuary and Coroner's Court.
The poplar Mortuary is situated in poplar High Street adjoining the Coroner* s
Court. Itis fitted with modern refrigerating plant which will hold fifteen bodies
and it has a well equipped post-mortem room. In addition there is a viewing room,
a waiting room and accommodation for the use of the pathologists and clerks.
In consequence of the reconstitution of Coroners' districts by the London
County Council arrangements for the joint use of Poplar Mortuary by the three
boroughs of Bethnal Green, Poplar and Shoreditch, which had been in operation
since August, 1954, ceased to have effect.
The total number of bodies received during 1956 was 627. (Residents 250,
non-residents 377). Post-mortem examinations were made in 518 cases and inquests
were held in 109 cases.
Swimming Baths and Wash-houses,
The following bathing establishments are maintained by the Council under the
supervision of the Chief Baths Superintendent:-
Poplar Baths Vapour, Foam and Slipper baths, Swimming Pools
Bow Baths Slipper Baths and Laundry
Island Baths Slipper Baths and Laundry
Wick Lane Baths Slipper Baths and Laundry
Watts Grove Baths Slipper Baths and Laundry
Sophia Street Baths Laundry only