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March 28, 1983 PA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE
Bethlehem Mines Corp · Struck against a moving object

STOCK TRUCK DRIVER BACKING UP STOCKPILE OF WASHED SAND TO DISCHARGE LOAD,BACKED TOO CLOSE TO EDGE OF PILE.GAVE WAY CAUSING TRUCK TO FLIP END OVER END LANDING UPSIDE DOWN AT FOOT OF 20\ HIGH S PILE.

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