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and I think I can affirm with confidence that throughout
the whole of this time my relations with my fellow practi
tioners have been most cordial.
As to Dr. Smithard—Southall's first full-time Medical
Officer of Health, who took up his position at the beginning
of April—I think you have in him an able Officer who will
serve you loyally. He has met with a cordial reception from
the profession and I feel sure the Council will accord to him
every facility and assistance he may require to bring his department
to a grade of high efficiency.
I had an excellent staff to work with. It is scarcely
necessary for me again to say with what pleasure I worked
with them and how greatly I valued the help and services
that, without exception, they invariably and whole-heartedly
gave me.
I am, Gentlemen,
Your obedient servant,
CHARLES W. SECCOMBE.
Medical Officer of Health (Temp.).
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