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impression that it was rich in cream, copper sulphate was added to tinned
peas, spinach and other vegetables packed abroad for consumption in
this country. As much as 10 grains has been found in some samples.
This has been reduced to under 2 grains by prosecutions and by conferences
with French and Italian packers. Several English firms put up such
vegetables without such unnecessary colouring.
There are many other matters affecting the health of the public in
which the City Council has taken a leading part, as, for example, in the
prevention of smoke nuisances, but I have already said sufficient to give
some indication of the many activities which have engaged the attention
of the Council during the 24 years I have had the privilege of being
associated with it.
I cannot take leave of the Council without expressing my indebtedness
to the members for the consistent support I have at all times received
from them in carrying out the policy and lines of action which they as a
Council have laid down. Especially, my thanks are due to the members
who have composed the Public Health Committee, and to the successive
Chairmen of that Committee, each of whom has taken an active interest in
the work of the Department, and by their advice greatly helped in the
achievement of rendering the City of Westminster a healthier City both
for its residents and the many who work therein, than it was.
I desire also to thank my colleagues, those who are and have been the
chief officers of the Council for the assistance they have given me and all
those who have formed the staff of the Public Health Department upon
whom has fallen the brunt of the work, for their loyal co-operation.
I have the honour to be,
Your obedient Servant,
FRANCIS J. ALLAN,
Medical Officer of Health.