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been made by 2 Cowkeepers, 2 Dairymen, and 10 Purveyors of Milk.
Three names have been taken off the register owing to removal.
Ninety-three visits have been made to the Dairies, Cowsheds and
Milkshops within the district in order to ascertain the conditions
under which Milk and other articles of food are produced, stored
and exposed for sale, and to ensure that all persons carrying on the
business of a Cowkeeper, Dairyman or Purveyor of Milk are registered
in accordance with the Dairies, Cowsheds and Milkshops Order,
1885.
The following Table shows the action taken in respect of above
premises during the year :—

Apart from 3 Cowsheds recently rebuilt, the remaining sheds are
old structures in a more or less dilapidated condition, and with the
exception of paying attention to their cleanliness, little can be done
in the way of modern sanitation. However, my requests are generally
complied with, and the provisions of the Bye-laws as to lime
washing, etc., have been carried out.
Sale of Food and Drugs Act.
Sixteen samples of milk have been procured under the Sale of
Food and Drugs Acts and submitted to the Public Analyst for the
County of Essex.
Fifteen samples were certified' to be genuine, one sample was
reported on as follows:—" That it was deficient in milk fat to the
extent of at least 10 per cent. of the normal quantity present in
natural milk."
This resulted in the retailer being prosecuted and a fine of £2
with part costs wis imposed.