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certificates to that effect were given, so that the owners could secure
the return of the money paid from the wholesale traders:—
February 10th 1 barrel of herrings.
March 10th Trunk of coal-fish.
June 23rd 1 box of mackerel.
September 30th 41 rabbits.
October 11th 1 basket of shrimps.
HOUSE DRAINAGE.
A large number of house drains have, again this year, been
tested, also cleared and repaired. All new work has been closely
supervised and wherever possible tested with water during its progress,
also a final test with smoke and water applied on completion.
PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS.
By an arrangement between the Council and the Education
Committee, I have all the sanitary arrangements attached to the
non-provided schools regularly cleansed and flushed each day,
while we also make periodical inspections of the sanitary conveniences
at the provided schools, and report as to their condition to the
Education Committee.
The motor-car provided by the Council for the use of Mr.
Collins, the Council's Engineer and myself, has continued to prove
a great advantage, enabling the whole of the District to be kept
under observation, and frequent visits made to any part requiring
special attention.
The staff of the Sanitary Department remains the same as
last year, and I am glad to take the opportunity afforded by this
Report to acknowledge and thank them all for their hearty cooperation
throughout the year, and the real interest displayed in
their work, which acknowledgment includes the outdoor staff
connected with the department.
I am, Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
A. J. MUNRO, M.R. San.I.,
Inspector of Nuisances.