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was from irregular stoking. I took observations on several occasions
and found the nuisances greatly diminished.
It is difficult to understand why owners do not pay more attention
to this important matter, as by firing lightly and oftener, and by
admitting the necessary air to the furnaces to assist combustion,
they would save fuel and get a better result.
The most serious nuisance that occurred was from the Great
Eastern Railway engines, giving off heavy smoke when running
into the station. I communicated with the Great Eastern authorities
on the matter and the engine drivers were cautioned, and one of
their Smoke Inspectors instructed to take observations, apparently
with a beneficial result.
STABLES.
The number of stables on the Register is 44, but the number
fluctuates from time to time. These require considerable attention,
as owing to the number of small traders, little stables spring up in
yards not fitted for the purpose, and have to be dealt with, either by
being removed, or by the enforcement of proper paving and
drainage.
Constant supervision is necessary to see that when sheds are
erected, they are not eventually used as stables.
The removal of manure is also of much importance, and a great
deal of time has been spent in persuading those concerned, to
comply with the Bye-laws. There are still some defaulters who will
have to be summarily dealt with, unless they pay more systematic
attention to this matter.
No. of receptacles for manure provided 5
No of stables drained 1
No paved 1
No. of sheds discontinued to be used as stables
owing to their being unfit for the purpose 12