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East Ham 1934

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for East Ham]

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Rag Flock Act.
There are no premises in the Borough in which Rag Flock is
manufactured.
Of three samples taken from furniture upholsterers, one was
satisfactory, the remaining two being taken in connection with a
prosecution during the year 1933 and were not analysed.
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 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.

TABLE 45. Housing Statistics.

Number of new houses erected during the year:—
(a) Total (including numbers given separately under (b)).
(i) By the Local Authority29
(ii) By other Local Authorities
(iii) By other bodies and persons180
(b) With State assistance under the Housing Acts: (i) By the Local Authority29
(a) For the purpose of Part II. of the Act of 1925