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Whenever possible, I showed the parents the condition, and
urged upon them the necessity for some action being taken. It
is for the Committee to decide what further action should be taken
in this important matter.
SANITARY AND GENERAL CONDITION OF THE
SCHOOLS.
The Schools have been inspected during the year and any
sanitary defects discovered have been reported to the Committee.
I think the question of sweeping the schools nightly is
fraught with danger, especially in epidemic seasons, unless the
floors are thoroughly wetted. Personally, I should prefer a
different system altogether
The lighting arrangements I found most inadequate — juckily
artificial light is not often required.
INFECTIOUS DISEASE
Scarlet Fever has caused some trouble during the year. On
many occasions I have examined whole classes to detect, if
possible, any mild unrecognised case. This year I have not discovered
any. The School Attendance Officer was suspicious that
there was a case where the parents had not called in medical
advice. He asked me to visit, and I found it was well marked
Scarlet Fever.
The following table shows the distribution and number of
infectious diseases during the year in the Public Elementary
Sohools of the district.