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were 36 on the register, although 3 boys are at work, earning
pocket money; 2 were sent to institutions, and 1 moved to another
area.
The following is an analysis of the case work during the year
ended 31st December, 1928:—
19 new cases referred to the Local Authority.
9 defectives were submitted to certified institutions under
order.
8 in places of safety.
3 removed to other districts.
3 died.
At the close of the year there were
52 in certified institutions.
5 on licence from certified institutions.
86 under statutory supervision in their own homes.
86 under voluntary care.
At Christmas the children were given a most enjoyable party
and Christmas tree, at which the Worshipful the Mayor presided,
accompanied by the Mayoress, the Chairman, and other members
and officials of the Mental Deficiency Committee.
The interest taken has increased the confidence of the parents
in their efforts, which is of so much importance to these young
people.
WELFARE OF THE BLIND.
There are at present 152 technically blind persons on the
register, of whom 36 are at school, in training, or at work at
home or in workshops, and 5 are ex-service men assisted by
St. Dunstan's. There is one blind shorthand-typist employed in a
City office, where her work is found most satisfactory.
During the past year the Home Visitor has paid 1,827 daily
visits, 184 evening visits and meetings, and given 371 lessons, of
which 48 were in cane basket work, 74 in Braille, 33 in manual
alphabet, 50 in moon type, 55 in knitting, 36 in crochet, 34 in
wool ball-making, and 41 in straw bag-making.