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Woolsorters. These workers, who were employed by a woolstapler, sorted the wool from various areas of the fleeces into separate batches. Like tanners, they were at risk of contracting Anthrax from the fleeces. From 'Great Industries of Great Britain' (London, c1880). Engraving.

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Woolsorters. These workers, who were employed by a woolstapler, sorted the wool from various areas of the fleeces into separate batches. Like tanners, they were at risk of contracting Anthrax from the fleeces. From 'Great Industries of Great Britain' (London, c1880). Engraving.