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High levels of lead were found in the bodies of five of 29 residents on Niagara St
High levels of lead were found in the bodies of five of 29 residents on Niagara St

High levels of lead were found in the bodies of five of 29 residents on Niagara St

Date10/24/1972
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Original Toronto Star caption: High levels of lead were found in the bodies of five of 29 residents on Niagara St. in downtown Toronto; and a nearby plant has been ordered not to resume its battery-crushing operation after being linked to lead poisoning. Lead poisoning affects the nervous system of the brain; causing stupor and coma. It can also destroy life-supporting red cells. The levels were found to be below danger line.
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0010903F