Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Limehouse]
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respects the prospectus was unsatisfactory and not sufficiently
defined as to financial arrangements, and although a largo sum
was subscribed in the East of London, the public in general did
not give any support to the undertaking. In consequence the
Deposit money was returned to the subscribers in full, and active
steps are being taken for the purpose of obtaining the capital
privately, so as to ensure the establishment of the Market at the
earliest possible period.
I am, Gentlemen,
Your most obedient Servant,
CHARLES DUNCH,
Surveyor of the Board.