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Dirt in the Air And How It May Be Combated
Dr W A Evans outlines widespread air dirt from soot coal dust and industrial dust. He cites British pollution data and studies across Boston New York Chicago Indianapolis and other cities. He recommends dust control methods including vacuum cleaning barriers ventilation sunshine above ground bakeries and improved hand washing for workers. He also notes high disease rates among tobacco workers marble and stone cutters and other dusty trades and urges protective respirators and cleaner workspaces.
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W. A. Evans
British Committee For the Investigation of Atmospheric Pollution
Boston
New York
Cloburg
Indianapolis
Bonnice Ogee
Seacrest
Thompson
Registrar General's
Great Britain
Stickler
Biloxi