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Southwark 1928
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Southwark, Borough of]
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73
SALE OF FOOD AND DRUGS ACTS.
During the year ending December 29th, 1,354 "official" samples
were taken by the Inspector.
The following Table shows the localities in which these samples
were taken:—
The following are the premises:—
| Situation of Premises. | Description of Business. | Name of Occupiers. |
|---|---|---|
| 24 & 25, Gt. Suffolk St. | Tripe boilers | J. Martin. |
| 5, Hatfield Street | Fat melters | J. Ewen & Son. |
| Harrow Street | Skin Dressers | Messrs. Leeding & Co. |
| Wansey Street Works | Soap Boilers | J. Lewman. |
27 of these samples were certified as adulterated a percentage of
2.0. Compared with the previous year, the percentage is the same.
Particulars of the samples taken together with the results of the
analyses are given in Table 37.