Rotten Mango #176: Torture Deaths of the “Ghost Girls”
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Jun 29, 2022 A chilling episode delves into the 'List of the Doomed' predicting the painful deaths of over 50 young girls. It explores the tragic tale of the 'Ghost Girls' suffering from radium poisoning, the history of radioactive substances, and the negligence of companies in protecting workers. The episode also features a thrilling mystery game, highlighting the 1920s aesthetic, family secrets, and the narrator's experience with diverse content offerings.
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The Dead List Of Doomed Workers
- Dr. Martland wrote a meticulous “List of the Doomed” on the back of an autopsy sheet listing 50+ girls tied to the factory.
- He later checked names off with a red pen as each victim died from radium poisoning.
Alpha Radiation Is Deadly When Ingested
- Alpha radiation is harmless outside the body but devastating if ingested because it deposits energy into nearby tissue.
- Dial painters ingested alpha emitters by lip-pointing brushes, creating a literal internal flamethrower.
Top Producer With Toxic Exposure
- Grace Fryer painted ~250 dials a day and worked seven days a week, making her the plant's top producer.
- High productivity paid well but multiplied her radium exposure and health risk.