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Jews' Cemetery (Plashet).
Jews' Cemetery (Greatfield).
St. Mary the Virgin Churchyard.
St. Mary Magdalene Churchyard.
With a total acreage of 278 acres.
No complaint was received during the year of improper
burials, but several complaints were received of defective fencing
adjoining the gardens of dwelling houses of one cemetery, thus
allowing children full view of the burial services.
These fences are now being replaced by corrugated iron
sheeting.
Rag Flock Act.
There are no premises in the Borough on which Rag Flock is
manufactured.
Of seven samples taken from furniture upholsterers, three were
found to be satisfactory, and four containing an excess of soluble
chlorine, were upon further examination found not to be flock
within the meaning of the Act.
Public Water Closets and Urinals.
There are 11 public conveniences in the Borough under the
supervision of tne 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 25 Elementary Schools, 2 Central Schools, and 2
Secondary Schools. 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 clean condition.