[Report 1914] / Medical Officer of Health, Crompton U.D.C.

  • Crompton (England). Urban District Council.
Date:
1914
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Credit: [Report 1914] / Medical Officer of Health, Crompton U.D.C. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    The following back to back houses have been made into through houses :— 2 and 3, West View ; 72, 74, 76, Beal Lane ; and 4, 6, and 8, Beal Street. The following houses have been closed and demolished :— 66, Beal Lane ; 52 and 54, Market Street. The following houses have been closed :— 58 and 60, Market Street. Common Lodging Houses. There are two Common Lodging Houses in the District, which provide accommodation for 71 men. These have been frequently visited and have been found in a clean condition. No notices have been required during the year. Van Dwellers. The Vans occupied by travelling showmen and others during Wakes” week are on the market ground. W.C.s and ashbins are provided for their use. At other times during the year travelling hawkers encamp on private land as the market is not available for the purpose. The Vans are inspected and kept under observation. The Council have adopted bye-laws relating to them. Factories and Workshops. Factories. There are 55 premises which come under this designation, VIZ.: Bakers... 1 1 1 31 1 2 4 Brickworks Collieries Cotton Spinning and Weaving Mills Flock Widowing Ironfounders ... Joiners... Laundries 9