Stories, quotes and anecdotes from Appalachia. 1880s-1950s era.

Category: Coal mining

We need a certain class o’ people workin’ in the mine

Thousands of families, most Eastern European immigrants, streamed into the shadows of Black Mountain, KY between the World Wars to mine coal.

Dad went with a friend to get food for the family, store was closed. They broke into it–took nothing but milk. Charged with a federal crime!

On December 6, 1907, explosions occurred at the No. 6 and No. 8 mines at Monongah, West Virginia. The earth shook as far as eight miles away.

The history of workers meeting violence with violence, with tragic consequences. The history of workers fighting for basic rights.

Jim had heard a lot about Helen in his letters from Margaret. Meeting her was part of the reason he drove all the way down there in a $75 car!

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