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In many instances open butts are the only receptacles
upplied, and these become foul and render the water deleterious.
Again, cisterns from neglect in cleansing also become coated
and unwholesome, and frequent inspection is necessary to
secure a pure supply from these sources.
I believe that a constant supply, with water waste preventors,
would be not only beneficial to the water companies,
but a benefit to the inhabitants.
Much water is wasted by the intermittent system, from ball
taps being out of order, or removed, and from other damage
to the fittings.
The experience of such towns as Manchester, Birmingham,
Edinburgh, Glasgow, and some others proves that the objection
entertained by the London companies to the constant
supply system on the score of waste is not founded upon fact.
In conclusion, I would say that this is, as the present report
proves, and always has been, a highly favoured and healthy
district.
Let us endeavour to render it a model one. I am sure that
the Board and all its officers will use their utmost endeavours
to make it so.
I have the honour to be, Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
F. E. WILKINSON, M.D.