History to the Scofield Mine Disaster

Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. Explosion of dust in Number Four Mine at Winter Quarters May 1, 1900. Bringing of the first man to the surface. Heroic work of the Rescuing Party. Finding of John L. Wilson at the foot of the dump still alive. Foreman Hood becomes overcome by the deadly afterdamp. Bringing out the Bodies. Identifying the dead and taking care of them. Making arrangements for the Funeral Train. Floral Car and gifts of flowers.