Pennsylvania mineral output rises in 1972
Mineral production in Pennsylvania valued at about 1.2 billion dollars higher in 1972, a five percent gain from 1971. Coal, oil and gas supplied 68 percent of the value, with Washington, Greene, Indiana, Armstrong, Cambria, Northampton and Schuylkill leading. Increases occurred in bituminous coal cement lime natural gas and clay, while Tropical Storm Agnes caused disruptions.
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Hidden underground holes may power future clean energy
Pennsylvania geologist notes unused mine and cave spaces could store records and grow mushrooms while suggesting a novel use for pollution free electricity. Pumped storage could involve an underground lake near a city, pumped water stored then released to drive turbines for power.
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Trucker Escapes Inferno After Gasoline Tanker Crash
A truck driver was pulled from his overturned gasoline tanker minutes before it exploded in Chester Pennsylvania. The blast set fire to several buildings including a carpet store and a sign shop. Fire Chief Robert Gliem reported 15 people were rescued. no deaths or hospital admissions were recorded.
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