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of persons removed, and 31,051.67 for sundry expenses. In all
$3,991.24. It must be remembered that the bath-houses were
given rent free for two months, and the temporary hospital
for the entire time of the experiment.
5.
I have the honour to attach the report of
a Meeting with the Sanitary Board on the 25th. instant which
incident closed the experiment. It has demonstrated that the
danger of contagion is exaggerated, and that the Chinese,
like other people can be induced to co-operate in Sanitary
measures if they are approached in a proper spirit.
I have the honour to be,
sir,
Your most obedient
Humble servant,
Henry arshahe
Governor, &c..
MJD