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The gipsy nuisance is somewhat diminishing; the number of vans
observed was 162, and 159 were removed, which necessitated 237 visits. One
piece of land was fenced in during the year.
One nuisance was created by the unloading of decomposing bacon at
one of the wharves. The ship which brought it to this country was damaged
at sea, and the bacon became immersed in salt water. I served a notice on
the owner to discontinue the unloading, and he informed me he was acting
under the instructions of the Government.
The contents of this report are not so full as I should wish, but we are
working under difficulties, with a very depleted staff, and endeavouring to
keep pace with the most important and necessary work.
We are still hoping that those who are away from the department,
serving their King and Country, may be spared to return to their official
duties when the war is at an end.
My hearty thanks are due to all those in the department who have worked
harmoniously with me during another arduous year.
I also desire to thank the Chairman and members of my Committee
for their kind consideration and support, and the officers of other departments
who have rendered me any assistance.
I have the honour to be, Gentlemen,
Your obedient servant,
RICHARD JOHN BUTLAND,
Chief Sanitary Inspector.