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Condensed Machine Skimmed Milk Sweetened 40
Of this number thirty-four were examined for the
purpose of testing the equivalent, three of which
proved to be lower than the declared amount.
In one case a subsequent sample was obtained and
proved satisfactory, but in the other case a subsequent
sample giving a similar result, the matter was
thoroughly investigated, the source of origin traced,
and the full facts communicated to the Ministry of
Health.
Condensed Full Cream Milk Sweetened 8
Of this number three were examined for the purpose
of testing the equivalent, all of which proved correct.
Condensed Full Cream Milk Unsweetened 3
Of this number two were examined for the purpose
of testing the equivalent, all of which proved correct.
Microscopical and Bacteriological Examinations.
Ninety-three samples of milk were obtained from producers,
purveyors and schools. Of this number, forty-nine were taken
from Council's Schools (Pasteurised in ½rd pint bottles), two
of which proved unsatisfactory on account of excessive bacteria;
thirty-one from producers, sixteen of which were reported
adversely upon, owing to the presence of pus cells, streptococci,
coliform bacillus, and excessive bacteria respectively; thirteen
were obtained from purveyors, eight of which proved unsatisfactory
on account of the presence of coliform bacillus, pus cells
and streptococci respectively.
With regard to the unsatisfactory samples, in every case
appropriate action was taken.
Public Health (Preservatives, etc., in Food) Regulations.
Twelve samples of various foods were reported upon as
being adulterated with preservatives, as under:—
No. 68. Malt Vinegar. Containing sulphur di-oxide. Official.
No. 110. Malt Vinegar. Containing sulphur di-oxide. Official.
Sample No. 110 taken in course of delivery in connection
with No. 68 Official. Letter of caution sent in each instance,
and explanation received.
No. 456. Strawberry Jam. Containing sulphur di-oxide. Official.
No. 541. Strawberry Jam. Containing sulphur di-oxide. Official.
Letter of caution sent and explanation received.
No. 515. Meat. Containing sulphur di-oxide. Unofficial.
No. 566. Minced Meat. Containing sulphur di-oxide. Official.
No. 567. Meat. Containing sulphur di-oxide. Official.
Nos. 566 and 567, Proceedings instituted and fine of
£2 2s. imposed.
No. 618. Beer. Containing sulphur di-oxide. Official.
Letter of caution sent, and explanation received.
No. 706. Junket Powder. Containing sulphur di-oxide. Unofficial.
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