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over the past eleven years from which it will be seen there was a
progressive increase in the number of cases during the war years,
and a steady decline from 1944.
1939 41 premises
1940 35
1941 49
1942 52
1943 58
1944 76
1945 52
1946 39
1947 40
1948 36
1949 24
Only one case of fleas was dealt with as against three the
previous year.
A decrease in the number of houses infested with ants has
also occurred during the year, in spite of the hot dry summer.
7 cases having been dealt with as against 16 in 1948.
Six cases of infestation by cockroaches were dealt with during
the year.
Infestation by the furniture beetle (Anobium punctatum) has
-been more pronounced in post war years, and is causing some
concern as this insect seriously damages furniture and woodwork
and is difficult to eradicate.
Houses Let in Lodgings
During the year no additions were made to the Register of
Houses let in lodgings.
The number of registered premises in the Borough is now 76
Common Lodging Houses
There are no common lodging houses in the Borough.
Sanitary Conveniences
There are 24 conveniences attached to licensed houses withir
the Borough. These premises are inspected periodically.
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