Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Sutton and Cheam]
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(d) Refuse Collection and Cleansing
The refuse collection and disposal service has functioned reasonably
satisfactorily throughout the year. A paper sack method of refuse storage
in place of dustbins has been brought into satisfactory use at some Council
housing projects,
(e) Closet Accommodation
There is only one cesspool in use in the Borough, and one septic tank.
Since 1928, one hundred and sixty three premises, originally with
cesspool drainage, have been connected to sewers.
Only two pail closets and three chemical closets are in use, not
including those in temporary use on new building sites.
(f) Rivers and Streams
The streams within the Borough have been maintained in a satisfactory
condition
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