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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
City of London 1911
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for London, City of ]
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Number of Animals Killed at Aldgate.
| 1911. | 1910. | |
|---|---|---|
| Cattle | 11,407 | 13,760 |
| Sheep | 21,628 | 16,304 |
| Calves | 10,955 | 7,672 |
| Goats | 9 | — |
| Totals | 43,999 | 37,736 |
Summary of Unsound Food Destroyed.
Tons.
cwt.
qrs.
lbs.
Central Markets, Smithfield
1,857
14
0
14
Cold Stores
258
10
3
17
Leadenhall Market and City Shops
39
0
1
3
Aldgate Markets and Slaughterhouses
35
12
3
22
Total for 1911
2,190
18
1
0
Total for 1910
1,637
12
3
0
Increase
553
5
2
0
During the year 34 Naval Officers and 19 Army Officers attended courses of
instruction in Meat Inspection at the Markets.
In concluding this report I have pleasure in stating that the members of the meat
inspection staff carried out their duties in a loyal and satisfactory manner.
T. DUNLOP YOUNG,
Veterinary Inspector.