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Jews' Cemetery (Greatfield).
St. Mary the Virgin Churchyard.
St. Mary Magdalene Churchyard.
With a total acreage of 278 acres.
One complaint was received during the year, of burials taking
place within eighteen inches of the surface, and a second complaint
of a dilapidated fence adjoining the back gardens of dwelling
houses. The Superintendent was interviewed in each instance
and the offence was abated.
Public Water Closets and Urinals.
There are 11 public conveniences in the Borough under the
supervision of the Cleansing Superintendent of the Borough
Engineer's Department. No complaint has been received during
the year and they have been well maintained in a satisfactory
condition.
There are 34 Public Houses and Beer Houses in the Borough,
the majority of which are well equipped with sanitary conveniences
and with an occasional exception these are. also well maintained.
Schools.
There are 26 Elementary Schools and one Secondary School.
All these buildings are comparatively modern, are well lighted,
and have ample latrine and urinal accommodation and a constant
supply of wholesome water from the Metropolitan Water Board's
mains. Most of the schools have a resident caretaker and all
are well maintained and kept in a cleanly condition.
HOUSING STATISTICS.
Number of new houses erected during the year
(a) Total (including numbers given separately under (b).
(i) By the Local Authority Nil.
(ii) By other Local Authorities Nil.
(iii) By other bodies and persons 237
(b) With State assistance under the Housing Acts:
(i) By the Local Authority—
(a) For the purpose of Part II. of the Act
of 1925 Nil.