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Miners have given this nickname to a dangerous geologic formation that increases the risk of roof falls in underground coal mines.
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The cannel coal industry was directly responsible for this river improvement.
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In the early 1900s, which of the following did coal company towns NOT provide for residents?
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Based on a 1907 law, who was responsible for teaching inexperienced miners and conducting frequent mine examinations?
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Which one of these towns does the Pocahontas #3 Coal Seam not underly?
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Which one of the following counties did NOT have one of the first surface mines in the state (1937)?
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Which of the following was NOT part of early mining methods?
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Where does West Virginia rank nationally in terms of coal production?
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In 1902, when Miners Hospital No. 1 opened in Welch, who was its president?
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What Fayette County town did coal operator build and name for his wife?
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