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is seen in the higher proportion of organic matter in New River
water, and Dr. Thorpe, in his report for September, called attention
to it.
The derivation of water from the Thames by this Company is
likely to increase, as the water level in the wells from which much
of their water is taken is believed to be much reduced. From the
fact that the Company has joined with the other Companies in the
building of the Staines Reservoir, it is probable that, in the future,
this Company may not maintain the "excellent" report its water has
generally received.
I have the honour to be,
Your obedient servant,
FRANCIS J. ALLAN, M.D.,
Medical Officer of Health.