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Mortuary and Coroner's Court
The Poplar Mortuary is situated in Poplar High Street adjoining the Coroner's
Court. It is 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.
The total number of bodies received during 1957 was 449. (Residents 228,
non-residents 221). Post-mortem examinations were made in 349 cases and inquests
were held in 100 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, Foajn and Slipper baths, Swimming Pools
Bow Baths Slipper Baths and Laundry
Island Baths Slipper Baths and Laundry
Wick Lane Baths Slipper Baths
Watts Grove Baths Slipper Baths
Sophia Street Baths Laundry only