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FILE NAME: Chrysler (CHRY) DATE: 1975 June 11 DOC#: CHRY129 DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION: Memo RE Dr. Selikoff's Visit to the "Big Three" internai M em orandum OBtt 1llliC* li} 197) To John J. l.'iopellc Litter No* From J. W. Armstrong Subject Dr. Sclikoff's Visit to the "Big Three" Cxiegt>vf 0^<ct$ S o u t M * iS . M icKig*-*. In early May you advised me that you had heard that Dr. Sclikoff, the author of the 0S11A Asbestos Standard, vns to have a meeting with representative.*; from Ford, Chrysler and General Motors. Chi May IS, 1975, Dr. Selikoff did, In fact, meet in Detroit with the medical directors, chief industrial hygienists and safety directors of the Big Three. The pur?cot- of Br. Selikoff* 'it-it was to review with the automotive companies the results of his most recent investigations of brake service workers in New York City and information concerning four cases of mesothelioma among brake service mechanics in Boston, Massachusetts and Santa Clara, California. This is significant because it represents the first time there has been any direct relationship between brake lining and the disease. Additionally, Dr. Selikcff presented data which showed that 24Z of the brake lining mechanics which he had studied showed some type of cliecr abnormalities thought not necessarily asbestos related. Dr. Sclikoff also revealed that significant quantities of brake lining dust are present when vehicles are relined. This does net agree with the Bendix study published last year. Dr. Selikoff further indicated that the data that he had collected would be turned over to both OSKA and the Occupational Safety and Health Committee of the Motor Vehicle Manufacturer's Association for further study. Attached is a copy of the data presented and notes taken on the presentation. The specific purpose of Dr. Selikoff's visit was not cluar. Neil KcCallum, Corporate Safety Director of Chrysler, that Selikoff may be seeking additional funds to continue his studies. This is based upon the knowledge that he has been receiving funds from the New York City Health Department but this source has been cut because of the city's financial bind. JWA:dsh Attachment CC: J. M. C. N. R. B. E. F. V). L. O'Hare Menzi-- Hungate Peslar Miron