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in an open air environment. They also benefit by spray baths,
breathing' exercises and handkerchief and tooth-brush drill.
There were 108 cases attended the Clinic for advice, treatment
or observation, making 400 attendances in all.
To Miss Howship, who is very zealous in the interests of the
children, I am indebted for the following report on the school:—
The fifth year of the School's working has been an encouraging
one for several reasons. The children continue to make good
progress. The Staff has been increased by the appointment of
an Assistant Teacher. The buildings and equipment have been
much improved.
The year began and ended with sixty-two girls on Roll and
there were during that time thirty-one new admissions and thirtyone
discharges.
The first three months were difficult because of the exceptionally
cold weather. The School had to be closed for two and
a half days in February.
We have now in the Hall four large electric radiators. In
cold weather these raise the temperature of the Hall considerably
(10° on a calm day, 4° in windy weather). The additional
comfort of these radiators is much greater than a thermometer
can show.
More powerful lights have been arranged in Hall and Classrooms,
so that it is now possible to do ordinary lessons in dark,
rainy weather when some shutters must be closed.
The garden continues to provide healthful exercise and a very
great deal of happiness.
The children continue to improve both in health and moral
tone. Little girls who come petulant or apathetic show marked
improvement in cheerfulness and interest in lessons and in good
meals. Big girls lacking in interest and self-respect become selfrespecting
and eager to help others.
The parents are very appreciative, and except in a very few
cases do their best to co-operate with us in seeking to restore the
children's health.
Boots continue to be a source of difficulty, but with the help
of the West Ham School Children's Boot Fund the worst need is
supplied.
Encouraging letters and messages have been received from
girls who have left the school. They tell of continued good health
and a cheerful outlook on life.
The following cases are typical of several in which Open Air
work is succeeding with somewhat unpromising material.
Case A.—Discharged 18/10/29. She was helpless and delicate.
The only thing she could do welt was to cry. This girl
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