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SANITARY LITERATURE.
There is a great lack of knowledge in certain sections of the
public as to how to prevent the spread of Infectious Diseases. A
supply of pamphlets giving this much-needed information has been
provided by the Council, and can be obtained free of cost on
application at the office.
NEW HOUSES.
There were 81 new dwelling houses, 25 additions to dwelling
houses, and 16 new buildings (not dwelling houses) erected during
the year.
METEOROLOGICAL REPORTS.
These reports are appended, and have been carefully kept
under the supervision of Mr. Charles, the Sanitary Inspector.
The rainfall for the year was 25.21 inches. This is less than that
of last year, which was 29.48 inches.
The improved sanitary condition of Harrow is largely due to
the efficient manner in which Mr. Charles has performed his duties
as Sanitary Inspector. I feel greatly indebted to him for the
willing aid he has always rendered me, and for the great promptitude
with which he has isolated cases of Infectious Disease.
I remain, Sir,
Your obedient servant,
JOHN FLETCHER LITTLE, M.B. Cantab., M.R.C.P. Lond.,
Medical Officer of Health for Harrow.