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East Barnet Urban District Council
SEVENTY-NINTH
ANNUAL REPORT
of the
MEDICAL OFFICER OF HEALTH
FOR THE YEAR 1952.
To the Chairman and Members of the
East Barnet Urban District Council
I have the honour to present to you my Report for the year
1952.
Milk Supply
The report of the Chief Sanitary Inspector again shows that all
samples taken during the year were found to be satisfactory. This
is the third year in succession that we have had no bad sample.
and reflects credit on all concerned in the handling of this foods
The need for constant vigilance and supervision remains and the
policy of periodic sampling continues necessary. It is still too
common a sight to see milk bottles left standing on the doorstep
at houses sometimes in brilliant sunlight for hours after delivery
has been made by the roundsman, and in this aspect it is the public
who need further education.
Water Supply
The water which is obtained from deep wells sunk into the
chalk is supplied by the Barnet District Water Company. The
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