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Bluefield Daily Telegraph in Bluefield, West Virginia

31 Aug 2003

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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

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Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 2003

Page

8

Devastating West Virginia Mining History and Byrd Insole

The article recalls a century of coal mine disasters in West Virginia and nearby states, noting fatal explosions at Monongah, Eccles, Farmington, Lick Branch, Jed, Havaco, and Bishop among others. It follows veteran miner Byron Byrd, his family’s union ties, and his long career from foreman to federal inspector, highlighting dangers, reforms, and memory of disasters.

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Memorial of coal miner tribute taps Richlands area

Richlands memorial honoring coal miners attracts visitors with a life sized bronze miner, illuminated at night. Plans to expand include a walkway from Suffolk avenue. fundraisers, a trust and a scholars program for families of coal miners. Citizens urged to contribute via Richlands Chamber of Commerce, 1413 Front Street, Richlands, VA 24641. The project began in 2001 and features flowing water symbolizing mine condensation and coal flow.

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