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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Walthamstow 1950
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Walthamstow]
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In order to complete the picture the following annual rainfall
is quoted from Ferry Lane Station through the courtesy of the
Borough Engineer and Surveyor:—
1945 19.62 1948 23.27
1946 27.56 1949 18.47
1947 19.02 1950 22.52
In view of the nature of the sub-soil over a considerable
portion of Walthamstow, deficient rainfall is of considerable importance
in regard to structural defects resulting from subsidence.
10. Medical Examinations.— During the year examinations
were carried out by the Medical staff in respect of the Superannuation
and Sick-Pay Schemes.