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The poison squadThe poison squad

The poison squad

Deborah Blum

3.9(16)on Hardcover

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Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley set out to ensure food safety. He selected food tasters to test various food additives and preservatives, letting them know that the substances could be harmful or deadly. The tasters were recognized for their courage, and became known as the poison squad.

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OL Work ID
OL19753509W

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United StatesSafety measuresGovernment policyFood additivesFoodOfficials and employeesSafety regulationsChemistsFood inspectorsUnited States. Bureau of ChemistryBiographyHistoryNew York Times reviewedPOLITICAL SCIENCEPublic Affairs & AdministrationPublic PolicyAgriculture & Food PolicySOCIAL SCIENCE

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