Safety Factors Called Bad in Mine That Entombed 78
Veteran miner Walter Slovekosky testified at a preliminary hearing into Mountaineer Coal No. 9 mine disaster near Mannington where 78 men were entombed presumed dead. He criticized dusting practices and noted unsafe conditions plus a lack of an effective escape system.
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Fairmont
W. Va
Walter Slovekosky
Monongah
Aster
Mountaineer Coal Co
Mannington
Slovekosky
No. 9
Evans
Slavekoff
Mine Editor Hits Tragedy Publicity
Washington AP Doyle story notes Rex Lauck of the United Mine Workers Journal accuses Interior Secretary Udall and three other national figures of using the Mountaine mine disaster publicity for cheap shots. He cites post disaster TV and press interviews as opportunistic, while lawmakers discuss stronger mine safety despite differing aims.
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Washington
Stewart L. Udall
West Virginia
Rex Lauck
United Mine Workers Journal
Mannington
W. Va
Atempt
New ‘York
Lauck
Udall
Ralph Nader
Gaylord Nelson
D-Wis
Ken Hechler
D-W
Nader
Mountai
More Security With FALSE TEETH
A vintage advertisement touts FASTEETH for denture security and comfort. It claims denture plates stay in place, reduce wobbling and droppage, and help with denture breath. It advises regular dentist visits and to get PARTEETH at drug counters.
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Armen
The 1969 Chevy Nova Coupe Ad Highlights Practical Options
A 1969 Chevy Nova Coupe ad touts practicality and value for buyers seeking roomy seating, efficient performance, and regular-gas operation. It contrasts the car with foreign imports, noting compact size, nimbleness, and versatile engine choices from four-cylinder to a 255 horsepower V8.
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Foreign Legion
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Lewis. Evans
United Mine Workers Union
West Virginia Department of Mines
U.S. Breau of Mines
U.S. Bureau Company
Slavekasky
Nantes
Roger Offrette
France
Near Coal Co
Interior Department
Hechler
UMW
Welson
Johnson
Congress
RCA
Antelet
Artelia
Metcalf
Nevada
Lakewood
Belue Lower
Color Giant Electronics
Ec Ra
Iec
Dooley
Dolls Games
Mechanical Toys
Dooley’s Hardware Mart
Nova
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