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being found in a dilapidated state, ventilating the drain into the lower
windows of the houses instead of above the roofs, which would be
prevented by the use of suitable substantial material capable of proper
jointing.
There is often also a considerable length of waste pipe between the
bath or kitchen sink and the gully into which it discharges. This
getting fouled by the greasy waste is a cause of much nuisance to
occupiers, and certainly in all such cases a trap should be placed
immediately beneath the bath or sink.
I would submit that these matters deserve the serious consideration
of the Council when further powers of various kinds are being sought,
as our work in existing houses is largely affected by powers in force in
relation to new buildings.
It would be unjust of me not to place on record the continued
zealous work of my Assistants—Messrs. T. J. Barnes, F. E Sendall and
J. B. Pointon, without which it would have been impossible to keep in
touch with the multifarious divisions of the work.
I am, Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
W. W. WEST, Assoc. Roy. San. Inst.,
Inspector of Nuisances.
Factory and Workshops Act.—Outworkers.—The number of
premises in the occupation of Outworkers is slightly less than last
year. The total number visited during the year was 753, of which 459
were placed on the register for the year, and 293 were found to have
removed or ceased to take in work. The following table shows the
various kinds of work carried on by Outworkers in the district, showing
the number of premises occupied under each heading:—
Blouse and Pinafore Makers 186
Tailoring 73
Ladies' Underclothing 50
Boots, Shoes and Leatherwork 42
Dress and Mantle Making 34
Tie, Belts and Brace Makers 91
Millinery 21
Linen and Collar Makers 18
Embroidering 5
Furriers 3
Button Making 1
Shawl Making board Box Making 1
Tobacco Pipe Making 1
Men's Underclothing 1
Waistcoat Making 1