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made, and where sanitary defects were found attention
was called to them, and at the end of the year they had
all been remedied.
It became necessary to send to the occupiers of the
various workshops a circular letter respecting the necessity
of the lists of out-warkers being sent in, and the indormation
was readily given.
The out-workers' homes were accordingly inspected,
and all were found in a sanitary condition.
HOUSING OF THE WORKING CLASSES.
The house-rent paid by the Working Classes in
Harrow is still too high, and cheaper accommodation
should be provided. At present so much is subtracted
from their wages for rent that the balance is insufficient
for the maintenance of their families, and the making of
a suitable provision for sickness and old age. They pay
fully one-third out of their wages, and this proportion is
far greater than that paid by the more prosperous classes.
The Hendon Council is about to erect 50 houses for
working people, and such provision is equally necessary
in Harrow.
WATER SUPPLY.
The public supply is from the Colne Valley Water
Company, and two analyses have been made during the
year. The first sample showed that the water was of a
high standard of purity. The second showed that the
water was one of moderate organic purity, as judged by
the chemical analysis.
The question of making bacteriological examinations,
therefore, arises, and I recommend the Council to
have this done. I also recommend that analyses be made
more frequently.
PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS USED FOR
ENTERTAINMENTS.
The practice of letting Public Elementary Schools
for entertainments and dinners is one that should be