Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Enfield]
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The number of carcases examined during the visits to slaughterhouses is as follows:—
Cows | 33 |
Oxen | 163 |
Calves | 29 |
Sheep | 617 |
Pigs | 471 |
1,313 |
During the examination of these carcases while dressing was
proceeding, two carcases and eleven organs and parts of carcases
were found to be diseased.
These were all surrendered by the owners, and either destroyed
or disposed of in such a manner that they could not be used for food.
The carcases generally were in good condition, and there was
no case which necessitated the obtaining of a Magistrate's Order.
The number of parcels of food-stuffs (22 in all) purchased in
the London Markets submitted for inspection as appearing unfit
for food, were less than usual, and consisted of fish, rabbits, fruit,
etc.
Certificates were given in all cases, as it was found that the
articles were unfit for the food of man, so that the owner might
obtain replacement of the goods or return of the money from the
wholesale dealer.
5 certificates in all were granted.
1 am, Gentlemen,
Your obedient. Servant,
A. J. MUNRO, M.R.San.I.,
Sanitary Inspector.