1920 Original Parliament Bill Barring Women and Children from Working in Lead Processing
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Women and Young Persons (Employment in Lead Processes). London: House of Commons, 1920. First Edition. 12.75" x 8" inches. This bill bars the employment of women and children from working in certain processes of lead manufacturing. It was presented by Sir John Baird and its provisions were outlined by the International Labour Organization of the recently established League of Nations. The effect of lead on fertility and the developing bodies of young people has been recognized as toxic since classical antiquity, but it took until 1920 for it to be codified in the UK. This is undoubtedly because lead was a hugely popular ingredient in many industrial processes, because of its malleability and use in constructing various metal alloys. Very good condition.Item #17307
Price: $200.00
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