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Coal-Mine Explosions in West Virginia: 1883-1933

Report issued by the U.S. Bureau of Mines discussing explosions in coal mines that occurred in West Virginia between 1883 and 1933. The number of fatalities, and safety prevention methods are presented. This report includes tables.

Date: September 1934

Creator: Forbes, J. J. & Owings, C. W.

Item Type: Report

Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

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Safety Cars of the United States Bureau of Mines

Report issued by the U.S. Bureau of Mines discussing the mine stations and safety cars used to reach miners in distress. As stated in the report, "the purpose, equipment, personnel, and construction of its safety cars" is presented. This report includes an illustration, and a map.

Date: March 1931

Creator: Forbes, J. J. & Ankeny, M. J.