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Hunger Strike for ERA Reaches Day Two in Capitol Rotunda
Seven women in Washington DC and Springfield undertake a 44 day water only fast to pressure ERA ratification. Doctors warn of potential liver heart and muscle damage if the hunger strike continues past two months. Organizers urge nationwide Wednesday fasts through June 30 with supporters wearing white ribbons.
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Springfield
Washington, D.C
Arthur Frank
Dina Bachelor
Los Angeles
Mary
Sterling
Illinois
Frank
George Washington Universiy
Springfield Methodist
Maureen Fiedler
Mount Ranier
Zoe Ann Ananda
Newport Beach
Calif
Mary Ann Beal
Falls Church
Shirley Wallace
Fort Collins
Colo
Beal
Ms. Wallace
Ms. Beal