8 MAINi: AGRICULTURAI^ EXPERIMENT STATION. I909. 



Sirups containing benzoate of soda may be used in bottled. 

 sodas, provided the fact is stated on the label. 



Trade marked or proprietary beverages sold under a descrip- 

 tive name must be true to name and if the goods are artificially 

 colored that fact must be stated. 



During the season of 1909, root beer, birch beer and ginger 

 ale may be sold without a statement on the label that they are 

 artificially colored and flavored. 



If there is more than one label on imitation goods, the sec- 

 ondary label must correspond in fact with the principal label. 

 Goods carrying "imitation flavor and color" on the crown cap,, 

 will not permit the use of a side label bearing a name unless it 

 also carries "imitation flavor and color." 



It is unlawful to substitute an imitation or adulterated article 

 of food or drugs without calling attention to the fact of the sub- 

 stitution even if the goods are properly and correctly labeled. 

 For example, if Pineapple soda is asked for, it is unlawful to 

 sell a soda that contains an artificial flavor or color even though 

 it be labeled "Pineapple soda imitation flavor and color," with- 

 out callinsf attention to the fact that it is an imitation. 



