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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

Twickenham 1951

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Twickenham]

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Table: Table 11. Sanitary Improvements Effected.

Table 11. Sanitary Improvements Effected.

Number
Offensive accumulations removed9
Nuisance from keeping of animals remedied2
Chimney flues repaired1
Chimney stacks repaired4
Roofs repaired443
Eavesgutters repaired162
Downspouts repaired45
Pointing renewed62
Drains repaired23
Drains unstopped16
Dustbins provided56
Fireplaces repaired58
Filthy condition of premises remedied2
Floors repaired109
Gullies repaired9
Plaster to walls and ceilings repaired382
Window frames and sashcords repaired68
Public sewers repaired16
Sinks provided—
Sink waste pipes repaired45
Soil pipes repaired17
Stairs repaired16
External walls repaired4
W.C.s repaired17
W.C. cisterns and fittings provided99
W.C. accommodation provided12
Yard paving repaired17
Other works carried out580