Men in the Mines

A History of Mining Activity in Nova Scotia, 1720-1992

Six men wearing underground mining gear, during the closing of the shaft in 1951. The men are (L-R): John Woods - shaftman; James MacLean - shaftman/foreman; William MacPherson - shaftman; William Smith - banksman; Thomas O'Connors - engineer; Hector Marcipont (with broom) - shaftman."

Date: ca.1951

Credit: Museum of Industry

Reference: Stellarton Mining Museum  Museum of Industry  no. I91.32.70A   /  negative N-19105