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courts and alleys, and around the dwellings of the poor,
the ensuring of cleanliness outside of which, will in time,
lead to the adoption of general habits of cleanliness inside
them.
It is much to be regretted, both on economic and sanitary
grounds, that there are no Public Baths and Washhouses
in this town. Those who are aware of the great obstacles
to cleanliness which want of space inflicts on the families
of the poor, will feel that every possible facility for the
adoption of habits of cleanliness should be afforded to the
household of the labouring man. The cleanliness of the
individual is the cleanliness of the community.
In conclusion, it is hoped that all the minor details of
sanitation will be vigorously and continuously prosecuted;
for it is these apparently trivial and humble, but in reality
most important, efforts, which in the aggregate essentially
form the means of saving life, improving health, and adding
to the social comfort of the community.
GEORGE EDWARD NICHOLAS, M.D.
Medical Officer of Health for Wandsworth.