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tendent was a cipher ; now that he possesses both he has 

 become formidable. He should call at once on the highest 

 official present and extort what he wants without paying 

 for it. The official will probably be a willing victim. 



I describe these machiavelian methods in detail to 

 show how easy it is for anyone, provided only that he has 

 the necessary energy and enthusiasm, to inaugurate this 

 useful work in the town where he lives without waiting for 

 or depending upon official action. And, generally speaking, 

 there is a great deal to be said in favour of the campaign 

 being commenced by private enterprise in this manner. 

 But where the government or municipality do themselves 

 decide upon carrying on the fight against mosquitoes and 

 the interests of public health demand that this should be 

 done more often than it has yet been done these initial 

 manoeuvres will not be necessary, and the superintendent 

 can at once proceed to organise and instruct his little 

 army. 



Several junior officers of colonial medical services 

 have written to me expressing regret that, though they 

 are anxious to begin operations against mosquitoes, they 

 can obtain no funds from government for the purpose. 

 My advice to such is to raise the money among business 

 people and others in the colony, and to begin at once with- 

 out reference to government. Government is sure to come 

 forward later as soon as it knows from experience exactly 

 what will be required of it. 



II. Organisation of the Brigade. Every man should 

 be given a badge. A diamond-shaped patch of red flannel 

 sewn on the arm or breast is a good one. 



Working hours and pay day should be fixed. 



