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Large experience, and in many parts of the world, has shewn
beyond doubt that the danger from these diseases, both as regards
their outburst and their rapid extension, is in proportion to the density
of the population, and that it is only by removing the decomposing
organic products, which accumulate according to the density as much
and quickly as possible, that this danger can be kept under.
THE SCAVENGING OPERATIONS.—It was, therefore, with
pleasure that your Medical Officer learned that the Vestry had resolved
to make other arrangements for the removal of the dust and for the
cleansing and watering of the streets ; arrangements that will enable
the Officers of the Vestry to take more efficient measures, and be more
responsible for the proper removal of the refuse.
That much has to be done to improve the drainage cannot be
disputed, both as regards the sewers and the house drains ; yet year by
year more energy is being brought to deal with that difficulty.
THE CONSTANT WATER SUPPLY continues to work well,
and comparatively little attention is called for as regards the water
supply for drinking purposes; but much more water is needed to keep
the closets clean and to flush the sewers and cleanse the streets.
I am, Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
HENRY GAWEN SUTTON,
Medical Officer of Health.