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the removal of nuisances necessitated by a prolonged
prevalence of Small-pox throughout the district. As the
various matters in the table will be found fully commented
on in the several Local Summaries, it is unnecessary
to supplement the details there given except by the
gratifying observation that their accomplishment has
been attended by a well-marked success.
The following important subjects of Sanitary Administration
are referred to in the Lcoal Summaries,
and from their general as well as local interest invite the
serious consideration of the Board, viz.:—
The establishment of public "Abattoirs." The
suppression of Piggeries in populous localities. The
inspection of Bakehouses. (East Battersea Summary.)
A better and more expeditious method than
that at present employed for the removal to
hospital of patients suffering from infectious diseases.
(West Battersea Summary.)
Remarks on the Water supply. (Clapham
Summary.)
Remarks on loss of life by accidental drowning.
The use of the Disinfecting-oven at Putney. (Putney
Summary.)
The efficiency of the measures employed for
the arrest of Small-pox. (Streatham Summary.)
Reiterated Vaccination as the most successful
preventive of Small-pox. (Wandsworth Summary.)