London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972

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Greenwich 1966

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Greenwich Borough]

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Sample No.ArticleNature of Adulteration and/or irregularityAction Taken
TT.69French Mustard, CannedConsisted of prepared mustard, containing mustard flour, water, salt and acetic acid. The ingredients were not declared on the label as required by the Labelling of Food Order.Letter to Importer. Reply from Manufacturers in France claimed that label was for identification purposes only. Further letter to Importer pointing out his obligation to furnish to the purchaser within 14 days an invoice or document containing statement of particulars enabling the retailer to comply with Labelling of Food Order.

Legal Proceedings

PremisesOffenceResult of Proceedings
A. Robbins, 93 Blackheath Road, S.E.10.Razor blade in bread roll.Fined £15 with 5 guineas costs.