Manila, 5th October.
During the Inst two weeks there has been an unusual amount of activity in of Thorough and competent sy re now in order providing forthe he ts of the merous gutters, sinks, and resulting at low water mere pools, the thorough cleansing of place is exevedi American oflicinls ate wisely neting in conjunction with the men who: had this work in hand under the Spanish rule, and from their combined efforts much progress is expected in controlling the fevers, malaria, emall pox that are now axiating. Majo Bourns, President of the Board of Health, has divided tke city into ten districts, for each of which a city physician has been appointed. They are to be responsible for the health of their respective districts and to provide necessary. assistance for the needy and indigent. "Eight midwives been appointed and will continue di charging their duties as under previous regulations. For the benefit of strangers and resident physicians not now practising, the following has been announced:—* Ail physicians, graduates of recognised medical institutions, will be permitted to p their profession in this city under reyulations heretofore existing. They must present themselves at the Government office for the proper registration of their names, residences, and diplomas."
There is no denying the fact that there is a large amount of sickness among the troops. 25 usual, fevers claim the great-
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