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Men in the Mines

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

Investigation, Vale Colliery Explosion

Newspaper account from the Trades Journal reporting on results of the investigation into the explosion on 10 February 1885 that killed thirteen men. The paper was published by the Provincial Workmen's Association, first at Springhill (1880-1882), and later at Stellarton (1882-1890), edited by the PWA Secretary, Robert Drummond.

Date: 1885

Reference:   Nova Scotia Archives  RG 21 series A vol. 50 no. 76

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