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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
Beddington and Wallington 1955
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Beddington and Wallington]
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Walls:—
(a) Repaired or rebuilt 33
(b) Replastered 63
(c) Cleansed and redecorated 29
Water supply:—
(a) Pipes repaired or renewed 7
W.C. Accommodation:—
(a) Structure repaired 2
(b) Cisterns repaired or renewed 7
(c) Flush pipe joint repaired 8
(d) Pans provided or replaced 10
(e) Seats repaired, renewed or provided 4
Windows:—
(a) Frames repaired or renewed 19
(b) Casements and sashes eased 23
(c) Sashcords and beading renewed 102
(d) Glazing and putties renewed 36
(e) Cills repaired 21
Yard paving repaired or renewed 7
(2) Factories
Cleansed 2
Sanitary Accommodation:—
Ventilated space provided 1
Walls and Ceilings cleansed, redecorated, etc. 4
(3) Food Premises
Structural defects remedied 6
Cleansing of walls, floors, ceilings, etc. 6
Dampness remedied, etc. 1
Refuse accommodation provided 4
Storage provided or improved 7
Yards:—
(a) Repaired 2
(b) Accumulation removed 3
Washing Accommodation:—
(a) Hot water provided 5
(b) Wash basins provided 2
W.C. accommodation cleansed, repaired, etc. 5
Ventilation improved, provided, etc. 1
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