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Coal strike drags as gunfire wounds drivers in Kentucky
A three day battle in Appalachian coalfields sees two truck drivers injured and rifles seized after 12 coal trucks are shot in Lawrence County Kentucky. UMW chief Sam Church calls for renewed talks to end the strike now in its 30th day. Independent coal groups seek separate bargaining with miners while some producers exit the BCOA to pursue stand alone deals.
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Associated Press
Appalachian
United Mine Workers
UMW
Lawrence County
Ohio
Paul L. Wilks
Chesapeake
Willie Wilson
Kenova
W.va
West Virginia
Kentucky
Washington
Sam Church
Church
BCOA
Coal Employers Association
Association
Jack Henry