
Report On The Cherry Mine Disaster (1910) is a non-fiction book that provides a detailed account of one of the worst mining disasters in the United States. The book is written by David Ross, a journalist who covered the event for the Chicago Tribune. The Cherry Mine Disaster occurred in November 1909, when a fire broke out in a coal mine in Cherry, Illinois, trapping 480 miners underground. The book describes the events leading up to the disaster, the rescue efforts, and the aftermath. It also provides insight into the working conditions of miners during the early 20th century, and the political and economic factors that contributed to the tragedy. The book includes photographs, diagrams, and firsthand accounts from survivors and rescuers. Report On The Cherry Mine Disaster is a gripping and informative read for anyone interested in the history of mining in the United States, as well as those interested in the human stories behind industrial tragedies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Page Count:
92
Publication Date:
2010-09-10
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