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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London

Hammersmith 1967

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

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TonsCwts.Lbs.
Offal28
Pastry92
Peas82
Poultry28
Rissoles15
Sausage rolls47
Sausages62
Steakburgers174
Vegetables549

Table: Sampling During the year 94 complaints were received from members of the general public in connection with food purchased in the Borough. The following summary shows the action taken after full investigation in each case:-

Sampling During the year 94 complaints were received from members of the general public in connection with food purchased in the Borough. The following summary shows the action taken after full investigation in each case:-

Nature of ComplaintAction taken
1/67Chicken soup tasted sourAnalyst reported soup satisfactory
2/67rfeby food discoloured and lumpyFood normal. Robably supplied with food for older age group.
1/67Milk had unusual taste and consistency.Freezing point satisfactory. No action.
4/67Unsound fishWarning letter to retailer.
5/67Can of meat contained beetleWarning letter to canners.
6/67Peaches contained chalkMeal prepared in L.A. kitchen. Referred to Dept.concerned.
7/67Bacon contained muslin ) )
8/67Bacon contained muslin )Retailer cautioned.
9/67Custard contained bristleMeal prepared in L.A.kitchen. Referred to Dept. concerned
10/67Loaf of bread contained dark smearProducer prosecuted -
11/67Loaf of bread contained paper LabelProducer prosecuted.
12/67Corned beef (canned) discolouredWarning letter to vendor.
13/67l/3rd pint bottle of milk contained milk bottle capProducer cautioned.
14/67Cheddar cheese contained piece of enamelWarning letter to producers.
15/67Wine not that purportedSamples taken proved satisfactory
16/67Milk seemed waterySuggested storage temperature too low for homogenised milk.
17/67Sausage rolls were mouldyRetailer prosecuted. Fined £10. + £5 costs
18/67Luncheon meat discolouredReported satisfactory by Public Analyst.
19/67Veal suspected of causing illnessReported satisfactory by Public Analvst.
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