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During the year many inspections of premises where offensive
works are carried on, have been made, and the necessary orders given
for the abatement of nuisances.
In all cases coming to my knowledge, I have removed and properly
disinfected (with the consent of the owners) all bedding and clothing
used by persons suffering from infectious diseases.
The slaughter and cow houses in the Hamlet have also been
frequently visited during the year.
HENRY LESHAW,
Sanitary Inspector.
Artizans' and Labourers' Dwellings Act, 1868.
I have reported under the provisions of this Act upon two occasions
during the year, viz.: 9 houses in Upper York Place, 1 in Harford
Street, and 1 in Ben Jonson Road. It appears to operate very well in
this District and equitably to all parties. Since the Act was passed I
have availed myself of its powers in behalf of the Vestry and the
interests of the public health in a great many instances. In no case
has there been any great difficulty, and the works recommended by
your Surveyor have been executed to his satisfaction.
New Dwellings.
Eighty new dwellings were added to the Hamlet during the year,
representing [so much loss of air, space, light, and recreation ground.
Let us, however, hope they will relieve the increasing human congestion
in other parts of the District, but the greater probability is that
they will be, as usual, occupied by immigrants from other parts of the
adjoining districts.
I have to thank the Vestry, and especially the Sanitary Committee,
for their co-operation and support in enabling me to discharge the
duties of my office with greater advantage to the public health and
general sanitary condition of the Hamlet.
Reference to the Sanitary Inspector's Report will show there has
been an increase of work in his immediate department, and which must
necessarily continue as the population increases, as will also the work
of the Sanitary Committee.
I am, Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
MATTHEW CORNER.
Vestry Hall,
1880