Soccer balls to carry no-child-labor guarantee

From: The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | Date: December 2, 1996 | Copyright information

Reebok soccer balls will soon carry a label guaranteeing that they aren't made by children, the sports shoe and equipment company said.

The announcement marks Reebok International Lt...

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