1969 Press Photo Robert H. Finch, Department of Health, Education and Welfare

Acting on new evidence of Cyclamate-caused cancer in animals, the government ordered Saturday an immediate production halt of all foods and drinks containing the artificial sweetener, and grocery shelf removal by February 1. But in issuing this order, Secretary Robert H. Finch of the Department of Health, Education and Welfare added, "we have no evidence at this point that cyclamates have indeed caused cancer in humans.

Photo is dated 1969.

Photo measures 9.25 x 8.25 inches.