Mine Explosion at Kemmerer Coal Camp Claims Several
A major blast at No 4 mine of the Kemmerer Coal Company on Saturday afternoon trapped workers and triggered a rapid rescue. Mine foreman Arthur Robinson and others led a surface and underground effort that saved many, with all injured and dead removed within three hours. Investigators found no clear cause, with theories ranging from a shot detonation to possible carelessness, while noting robust concrete construction limited dust and preserved mine fixtures for potential return to work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windy
Kemmerer Coal Co
Susie
Kemmerer Coal Company
Kemmerer
Sid
Arthur Robinson
Wm. George
Joe Hamburg
Phil Edwards
George
Fisher
Gusra
Beach
John Reed
Wm. Bainton
Thos. K. Jones
Oxeur Simpson
John Oakley
Thomas FP
Eynon
M. Ogawari
Hos
P. F. Patterson
No. Smine
Chas
Vuagho
B. M. Turner
Lamia Jurjek
Joe Inama
Lkve
Tq bin
Coolfem
Grisem
J.C. Roberts
P. J. Quealy
Laramie
Granger
Mabeine Quealy
B.S. Lewis
Lester Pratt
Camera
Seond South
Jose Mira
Tuken Bry
Altho
Kk Ay
The Casualties In The Kemmerer Mine Disaster
In a major explosion involving 104 workers, seven miners and helpers are named as killed or missing, including James Hensen Thomas Dixon Peter Hanlon James Smith and Jas Ward. Injured and burned were nine others sent to hospital by car with medical staff aiding them at the scene. Others with aid from Union Pacific and local officials rushed to assist as trains ferried injured to Rock Springs hospital.
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James Hensen
Inshorer
Thomas Dixon
Peter Hanlon
James Smith
Jas. Ward
Hanlon
Dixon
Ward
Simith
Sonto
James Doran
We. Sullivan
Matt Tonich
Simon Edwards
Wm. Kucop
Buito
Emaya
James Bosworth
John Bainton
Beafford
Fraternalism in Mine Blast Sparks Rapid Rescue Efforts
News of the Na 4 mine explosion prompts immediate government and company response. Rescue teams from Kemmerer Coal and related crews race to the scene, rushing to shore up the mine and evacuate workers within minutes as authorities coordinate safety measures and repair work at nearby facilities.
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Saale
Wessel
Kemmerer Chul
Suwon
Diumonmtville
Andere Hole Helt Snen
Corer
Fley Bomsow
Eenne
City Drug Store showcases new books and novelties
Continued on Page Three describes new books and stationery novelties at the City Drug Store. Watches repaired by Frank E. Curtis keep time accurately. The Kemmerer market offers appetizing steaks and chops, and toasts.
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City Drug Store
Frank E. Curtis
Kemmerer
Needham Heads East to Lead Chicago Milwaukee Coal Interests
James Needham has resigned as assistant general manager of the Union Pacific Coal Co to become general manager of the Chicago Milwaukee railroad coal interests, likely basing his headquarters in Chicago. The Union Pacific line distributes mines in Illinois, Montana and Town. W. D. Brennan rises to general superintendent of the Superior Coal Co while remaining in his prior duties, and George Pride becomes assistant general manager of the Union Pacific mines at Rock Springs.
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James Needham
Union Pacific Coal Company
Manley
Kemmerer
Chicago, Milwaukee Railroad
Chicago
Needham
Eastern Company
Ilinois
Town
Montana
Mr. Needham
Union Pacific Coal Co
W. D. Brennan
Superior Mines
Superior Coal Company
Cheyenne
George Pride
Union Pacific Mines
Rock Springs
Pride
Runaways Disturb Oak Rey Sleigh Ride Incident
A small team led by Ben Bagnell caused chaos as runaway horses pulled Ralph Smith and later Ben Bagnell’s family around. George Monk diverted the team into a mowbank with Ralph unhurt, while Ben narrowly avoided a serious crash before the tongue collapsed during a family outing.
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Ben Bagnell
George Monk
Ralph Smith
Oakrey
Ralph
George
Ben
Also Mentioned on This Page
Weney
Bank of
No 17
Quealy
W.M. Monay
Central Coal & Coke Company
Rock
Oregon Short Line
Coal Company
Pocatello
U.P
Green River
Chicago-Milwaukee
Creed
Safety and Service
Kemmerer Savings Bank and Trust Company
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