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St Giles (Camden) 1899
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for St. Giles District]
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Spirits.
The following spirits were found to be unduly diluted
with water:—
Brandy No. G266 27.07 degrees nnder proof.
Gin „ G260 3948 do. do.
Whisky „ G230 2676 do. do.
By Section 4 of the Sale of Food and Drugs Act
Amendment Act, Brandy, Whiskey and Rum may be
reduced to 25 degrees under proof, and Gin to 35 degrees
under proof.
Bread, Butter, &c.
The remaining samples were all certified to be "not
adulterated" and were for the most part of good quality.
I am, Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
J. KEAR COLWELL.