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TIONS OF JAM— Continued. 



Menthe), of which five contained sulphurous acid and four contained 

 coal-tar dyes. 



Sample No. 6233 was not properly labeled, and the sale was il- 

 legal. 



Probably no prosecution will be brought for the use of sulphites 

 and certain coal-tar colors when used in food in very small quantities ; 

 but the Department, believing their use objectionable, advises strongly 

 against it. Generally, the packers and manufacturers who make 

 the highest class products do not use benzoate, sulphites, or coal- 

 tar dyes. 



OF MARASCHINO CHERRIES. 



