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1983–2026
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October 4, 1994 LA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Winn Rock LLC · Struck by flying object

EE WAS AIRING UP TIRE OFF OF A PAYHAULER. THE RIM WAS DAMAGED SPLIT RING DID NOT HOLD AND RIM BLEW APART TIRE FLIPPED OVER AND PINNED EE LEG BETWEEN TIRE AND FENCE.

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