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twelvemonth, each sample to count as five. The
samples themselves not to be less in quantity than
two gallons. By the treatment of large quantities,
we shall be much more likely to arrive at the kind of
bitter employed. I am persuaded that very little
hops are used, and also that no deleterious bitters are
employed, as far as I have been able to judge by the
small quantities forwarded to me.
Another recommendation I would make, besides
the one as to Milks and Malt Liquors, is that mixtures
sold as such should be frequently examined. The
danger exists now, that, by withdrawing foods and
condiments from the operation of the Act by the
sale of them as mixtures, the public has no protection
as to the quality of the articles sold. The old state
of things will be revived, and, instead of adulteration
being the exception, through the sale of mixtures, it
will prove to be the rule. I would with more confidence
recommend this argument, as I have always
understood that you, as a Vestry, desired less to
punish than to give information.
In conclusion, may I ask, as a personal favour,
that samples may be forwarded to me at once, and
with some regularity.