Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for London, City of ]
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Summary of Unsound Food Destroyed.
Tons. | cwt. | qrs. | lbs. | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Central Markets, Smithfield | 879 | 2 | 3 | 20 |
Cold Stores | 56 | 16 | 2 | 18 |
Leadenhall Market and City Shops | 17 | 12 | 0 | 14 |
Aldgate Market and Slaughterhouses | 103 | 13 | 2 | 4 |
Total for 1913 | 1,057 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Total for 1912 | 1,134 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Decrease | 76 | 17 | 1 | 0 |
During the year 26 Naval Officers and 15 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 Surgeon.