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The reports of the Borough Analysts show that of
this total, eighteen were found not genuine.
Of the unsatisfactory samples two related to
canned "broth" As the definition was not clear the
reports were forwarded to the Ministry of Food for
any necessary action.
In six cases examination of samples showed
deterioration of food products due to age and long
storage. Action was taken by the seizure of the goods
as unfit for food.
In seven instances milk producers were warned
with respect to deficiencies which on check were
found to be due to feeding or labour difficulties.
In relation to a further two unsatisfactory milks
the producer was prosecuted and convicted.
The evidence given in this case was most interesting
as indicating how infection could be transmitted
in raw milks.
A boy employee on the farm stated that on a
number of occasions he had removed the short hosepipe
from the water cooler, inserted one end into the
milk and sucked out a "good drink" from the other
end which he placed in his mouth.
One sample of dandelion coffee purchased from
a herbalist was found to be in a dirty condition.
The producer and vendor were warned.