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on 22nd July, 1958, after nearly 22 years' service in the Department. He had
trudged around his district for more than 20 years without complaint and to
some good effect. Mr. F. Beilby unfortunately died on 28th August, 1958. He
had served in the Department since 1926, first as Housing Inspector and then as
Public Health Inspector and although his health was never good he played a
most useful part in the work of the departments. Mr, J.P. Farrar retired on
31st December, 1958, after more than 40 years' service with the Council. He
had served the Council during two World Wars and had seen Edmonton grow in size,
become industrialised and gain Borough status. During the past 20 years in
particular, the work of the department owes much to him. I would also like to
thank the Chairman and Members of the Public Health Committee for their help and
advice during 1958, to thank the other Chief Officers and Members of their departments
for their co-operation and assistance, and to thank very warmly my
Deputy and all the Staff and workers of the Public Health Department. In the
years to come, I am now sure we shall make steady and substantial progress.
I have the honour to be,
Your Worship, Ladies and Gentlemen,
D. A. SMYTH,
Medical Officer of Health.
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