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Forwards Internal NRC Memos Re Distribution by Heary Brothers Corp of Lightning Rods Containing Thorium.Nrc License Required.State Should Order Licensee to Cease Distribution,Request Recovery & Seek NRC Authority
ML20246F243
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Issue date: 04/06/1989
From: Mcgrath J
NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION I)
To: Bradley F
NEW YORK, STATE OF
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.MarrXI,1989 siErandum from John Austin, Acting ' Branch Chief, Medical,.

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'that.the lightning rods distributed by Hezryy Brothers is considered a consumer.

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