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and a regular ledgered record of what is done in this way is, in my opinion, a thing of the
greatest importance, as it is very difficult to obtain facts as to drainage from inhabitants,
especially where, as in most badly drained houses, they are constantly moving.
The water supply of the district has already received your consideration, therefore it
is not necessary for me again to inform you of the necessity for a supply of water to
complete a system of sewerage.
I am happy to be able, however, to inform you of the improved quality of that
from the Kent Waterworks Company, who obtain a large supply from an artesian well
upon their premises at Deptford. The river still requires improvement, which must be
done under the repeated orders of the Board of Works to prevent contamination to the
stream.
I have the honour to remain, Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
F. E. WILKINSON,
Medical Officer of Health.
Sydenham, 31st March, 1859.