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mark that the maximum quantity permitted by Act of Parliament is 20
grains per 100 cubic feet, but great difficulty exists in limiting its presence to
this amount. Traces of ammonia were usually present, but sulphuretted
hydrogen never. The Parliamentary standard of illuminating power for
these Companies is 12 candles.
SLAUGHTER AND COW HOUSES.
Thirty-two notices of intended applications for licences to Slaughter
Houses, and twenty-seven for licences to Cow-Houses having been received
by your Board, the various premises were inspected, and the sanitary defects
noted during the inspection having been rectified, the licences were granted
without opposition.
BAKE HOUSES.
The numerous bake-houses in the district were inspected, and found to
be in good sanitary condition.
I am, Gentlemen,
Your most obedient Servant,
GEORGE ARTHUR ROGERS,
Medical Officer.