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Sale of Food and Drugs' Act.
Eighty-seven samples of Food and Drugs were examined at
the Board's Laboratory. Of these 8 were Coffees, of which I was
adulterated with 35 per cent. of chicory. Seventeen were Milks, of
which 3 were adulterated with varying proportions of water. Eight
were Butters, of which 1 consisted almost entirely of foreign fat.
Twelve were Gins, of which 1 was watered beyond the extent
allowed by law. Four were Cocoas, of which 2 were adulterated
with starch and sugar. The remaining samples consisting of Bread,
Pepper, Arrowroot, Tincture of Orange, Tincture of Ginger. Flour,
Whisky, Tincture of Rhubarb, and Mustard, were genuine.
I have much pleasure in stating that the Inspectors have
carried out my instructions and performed their duties to my
entire satisfaction.
I have the honour to remain,
Gentlemen,
Your most obedient Servant,
G. A. ROGERS,
Medical Officer of Health and
Public Analyst.
Board's Offices:—
White Horse Street.
July, 1884.