Scarborough
a port and watering place in England, much resorted to for health and pleasure. It is in Yorkshire, on the east coast, 37 miles N. E. of York, and overlooks a crescent sweep of sands ornamented by a headland crowned by a castle. Two bridges spanning the Ramsdale valley connect the modern with the older part of the town. A promenade pier, spa and garden, aquarium, and facilities for bathing and boating are among the attractions. The industries include fisheries, the making of jet, and, in the suburbs, market gardening. The town was bombarded by German cruisers in December, 1914, and by a German submarine in September, 1917. Pop. about 40,000.
SCARLATINA. See SCARLET FEVER.