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8. Scarlet Fever.—There was no regular epidemic and no
death. In some cases it was impossible to trace the sources
of contagion.
9. Diphtheria.—Here again there was no epidemic, but in
several instances groups of children were infected before medical
aid was sought.
10. In connection with the increase of infectious disease in
this district in the autumn, I wish to point out that many tramps
pass through it, and in doing so sleep and rest in the fields.
Children playing in the same fields apparently become infected.
11. When once medical aid had been called in and the case
isolated there was no further spread.
12. Enteric Fever.—Four cases were notified, all contracted
outside the district, and none ending fatally.
13. General Health.—The general health of the district has
been good with the exception of the infant mortality in September.
This seems to have been due to indifferent feeding
rather than bad hygienic surroundings.
14. The Bakehouses.—The Bakehouses have all been inspected
twice during the year, and were found to be clean and
in good order.
15. Slaughter-hotises, Milkshops, and Dairy Farms.—Once
also the Slaughterhouses, Milkshops, and Cowsheds were
inspected after being handed over by the L.C.C. on November
9th.
16. Over-crowding.—One case of overcrowding in Kirk's
Yard was investigated and put right.
I have the honour to be,
Gentlemen,
Your obedient servant,
EDWARD J. MOORE,
D.P.H,