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September 6, 1985 KY · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Raco Mining · Struck by falling object

DRAW ROCK FELL ON EMPLOYEE WHILE CLEANING COAL FROM RIBS ALONG THE ENTRIES FELL BETWEEN TIMBERS

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