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Barking 1907

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Barking]

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In all cases of Infectious disease special Inspections are made, and in connection with all complaints.

Name of Property.Sanitary Improvements required.
St. John's RetreatThe drain 1 to 4 needs re-laying. Partially re-drained These houses are now undergoing repair. The surface of the court has been improved.
Red Lion PlaceHas been re-drained. Requires paving in front of houses.
Alma PlaceHas been re-drained. The surface of the court should be drained and repaired where necessary. It has been suggested to cut up the surface of the court with gardens for the houses.
Back Reform PlaceThe main drain which receives the drainage from these houses, and also from Reform Place, North Street, has been relaid and ventilated. The house connections have been partially attended to.
Back LaneThe drains of Nos. 1 to 22 need re-laying
Bifron's SquareThe drains belonging to this property have been reconstructed and ventilated. A w.c. has been provided for each house. The surface of the square has been made up with a road, curbed and channelled. The houses themselves have been modernised in appearance, and thoroughly renovated inside, and are let at a rental of 4s. 6d. per week inclusive. Several of the houses are needing attention.