Claimant was employed as a beer pumper and became partially disabled as a result of Dupuytren's contracture of both hands, which was found to be an occupational disease peculiar to his employment. A schedule award reflecting the above percentages was made under subdivision 3 of section 15 of the Workmen's Compensation Law. A schedule award under this subdivision can only be made for permanent partial disability, partial in character but permanent in quality. Appellant contends...
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