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40 cases of blown condensed milk were received by a
pig keeper for feeding purposes. With regard to
this an intimation from the Corporation of London,
notified their arrival in the district and their disposal
as "pig food" was closely observed. An
undertaking in writing from the pig keeper was also
obtained for their safe disposal.
Dairies, Cowsheds and Milk Shops
The number of these premises within the district is :
Dairies and Cowsheds 9
Milk Shops 6
Purveyors only within the Urban area 4
Several visits were paid to these premises throughout the
year. The local dairymen and purveyors of milk appear to be
plying their trade with due regard to the protection of the milk
supply from contamination. Limewashing of premises is carried
out in May and October.
The hygiene of Cowsheds, Dairies and Slaughterhouses and
other places where food is stored or handled is constantly under
observation, and kept up to a high standard of cleanliness.
Manure Notices.
With regard to periodical removal of manure from stables,
notices are circulated throughout the District during the summer
months to have all manure removed from stables, etc,, at least
twice a week, in order to prevent the breeding of flies.
The notices are complied with and the results satisfactory.