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Of the 4 teas, Nos. 9 and 10 were genuine, being
free from other leaves. No. 14 free from other leaves,
but appeared to have been damaged, and a very few
pieces of Prussian blue were found. No. 16 is free
from other leaves than tea—is faced with Prussian blue,
but only slightly.
Coffee, 4 samples—Nos. 17, 19 and 24 are genuine.
No. 21 is considerably adulterated with chicory, containing
about 30 per cent. of that adulteration.
Cocoa, Nos. 18, 20 and 23. 18 and 23 are genuine,
and free from added starch. No. 23 contains not more
than one per cent. of sago starch added.
All these articles were purchased by the Inspector.
I have not received any samples from the general
public.
I am, Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
MATTHEW CORNER.
Vestry Hall,
April, 1875.