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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

Lambeth 1886

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Lambeth]

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The following articles of bedding have been disinfected -
Feather Beds 68
„ Bolsters 59
„ Pillows 210
Flock Beds 158
„ Bolsters 103
„ Pillows 262
Mattresses 67
Palliasses 2
Chair Cushions 64
Clothing 23
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The following articles of infected bedding were destroyed:—
Feather Beds
„ Bolsters
„ Pillows
Flock Beds 11
„ Bolsters 6
„ Pillows 11
Mattresses 10
Palliasses 6
Chair Cushions 9
Clothing 6

Table: The increased number of the former class may be noticed in the return for the year 1886.

The increased number of the former class may be noticed in the return for the year 1886.