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Polio toll and fundraising in Lorain County 1952
Lorain County reported 51 polio cases in 1952 with several serious illnesses and rising costs. The local National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis campaign, March of Dimes, aims to raise funds to cover a $28,000 treasury deficit. Donation progress includes Jaycees mile of dimes, police and firemen drives, and school, industry, and individual gifts totaling about $3,956.02 so far.
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Lorain County
National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis
Elyria
Hamilton
Jefferson
McKinley
Roosevelt
St. John’s
St. Agnes
St. Mary’s
St. Judes
Holy Cross
Elyria District Catholic
Treasury