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St George (Southwark) 1882
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Southwark]
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Adulteration Acts, 1875—1879.
ADULTERATION ACTS, 1875—1879.
SAMPLES SUBMITTED TO THE PUBLIC ANALYST.
| Name of Sample. | Adulterated | Unadulterated. | Total. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milk | 5 | 15 | 20 |
| Butter | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| Bread | 1 | 11 | 12 |
| Gin | .. | 1 | 1 |
| Porter | • • | 1 | 1 |
| Raspberry Jam | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Coffee | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Total | 50 |
JOHN EDWARDS, Inspector.
SUMMONSES ISSUED DURING THE YEAR.
Adulteration 8
Unwholesome Fish 1
Various Nuisances 36
Total 45
JOHN EDWARDS, Inspector.
HORSE SLAUGHTERING.
Horses and other Cattle—the flesh not used as Butchers' Meat—registered as
slaughtered or flayed—
In the District of Mr. J. Smith, Inspector 2474
In the District of Mr. J. Edwards, Inspector 6635