[Report 1934] / Medical Officer of Health, Tynemouth County Borough.

  • Tynemouth (England). County Borough Council.
Date:
1934
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Credit: [Report 1934] / Medical Officer of Health, Tynemouth County Borough. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    During the season a large number of boats are engaged in herring fishing, and the catches are usually landed and dealt with each day. Mr. Tom McKenzie, Fish Quay Master has kindly placed at my disposal, figures showing the volume and value of the trade done during the years 1933-1934. White Fish 1933 364,826 cwts. £352,628 do. 1934 348,838 ,, £392,693 Herrings 1933 33,638 crans * £46,608 do. 1934 36,230 ,, £37,981 Salmon and Trout 1933 160,974 lbs. £15,603 do. 1934 *1 cran 199,443 ,, = 3f cwts. £16,073 FOOD CONDEMNED. Tons Cwts. Qrs. Lbs. Ham - - — 14 Pork — 4 — 5 Beef — 16 — 17 Fish — 16 3 25 Prawns — — 1 7 Shrimps 1 14 Poultry — — 3 26 Mussels — 1 3 — Total ... ... 2 1 1 24 Milk Supplies. At the end of the end of the year there were 12 cowkeepers who used 25 cowsheds, in which 215 cows were housed. The number of cows is 6 less than in the previous year. The dairy farms were inspected twice during the year, and the premises, sheds, measures, cans, vehicles and other appliances were found to be in a satisfactory condition. Mr. T. Harper, Veterinary Inspector examined the animals and on each occasion reported them to be in good health. All premises in the borough which are registered for the sale of milk, or where milk is stored, have been frequently inspected, and no cause for complaint was found, the Regulations having been complied with. A very large quantity of milk came into the Borough from other areas by road and rail, and the arrival of such consignments and the return of empty cans has been under supervision. It is