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to some extent to a favourable age distribution in the
present population. It is, however, a measure of local
contribution to the future welfare of the nation. It is
difficult to understand the complacency with which the
fall in the national birth rate is regarded in some quarters.
DEATHS.
During the year 301 deaths were registered, being 24
less than in 1937.
One hundred and sixty-five deaths were registered in
the district and one hundred and thirty-six in institutions
and other districts.
The death rate per 1,000 population was 8.2 compared
with the average of 11.6 for England and Wales. Heart
disease and cancer were again the most prominent
separate causes of death.
The infantile mortality rate was 30.8 per 1,000 live
births and compares with 53.0 for the average of England
and Wales.
Two deaths occurred in illegitimate children under
one year of age.