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January, being the largest amount since the year 1815.
This excessive fall of rain was the cause of serious floods
almost everywhere. In December the readings of the
barometer were alternately above and below the averages. The
highest readings in the year being 30.507 inches on December
20th. The lowest reading in the year was 28.64 inches on
November 11th. The mean temperature of the air for the year
was 49.4.
I have the honour to be,
Your faithful servant,
N. C. COLLIER,
Medical Officer of Health.
Capstone House, Hammersmith,
April 24th, 1878.