London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972

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Twickenham 1960

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Twickenham]

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Table 10

Sanitary Improvements Effected

Number
Offensive accumulations removed1
Nuisance from keeping of animals remedied2
Chimney flues repaired1
Chimney stacks repaired5
Dampness to walls remedied82
Downspouts repaired12
Drains repaired17
Drains unstopped14
Dustbins provided6
Eavesgutters repaired22
Filthy condition of premises remedied1
Fireplaces repaired10
Floors repaired22
Gullies repaired4
Plaster to walls and ceilings repaired56
Roofs repaired62
Sashframes and sashcords repaired12
Sinks provided and repaired3
Sink waste pipes repaired9
Soil pipes repaired3
Stairs repaired1
Walls (external) repaired6
Water closets repaired13
Water closet cisterns and fittings provided13
Water closet accommodation provided1
Yard paving repaired1
Private sewers repaired3
Other works carried out ..,61