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Suggestions for Improved Methods of Mining Coal on Indian Lands in Oklahoma (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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On February 11, 1913, the Secretary of the Interior charged the Bureau of Mines with the duty of inspecting the operations of the coal, asphalt, and other mines belonging to the Choctaw and Chica saw Indians in Oklahoma, and of all like mines belonging to Indians and Indian tribes, wherever located.
The Bureau of Mines has made an extensive investigation of condi tions in the coal mines in the segregated Indian lands, with a View to increasing safety and improving the mining methods employed. In the past much waste has occurred, and the steep pitch of the beds, the weak roof, and the presence of much gas makes mining difficult in many. Of the mines. This report describes the systems of mining used, points out their defects, and presents suggestions for improved methods, more especially as regards the applicability of different modifications of the panel system to mining coal in Oklahoma.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1334181713
- ISBN 13 9781334181719
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages54
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed analysis of coal mining practices in the early 20th century, focusing specifically on the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian lands in Oklahoma. The author, a mining engineer, examines the prevailing mining methods used at the time, highlighting the significant waste of resources and the inherent safety hazards associated with these practices. The book meticulously documents the inefficiencies of the existing room-and-pillar system and explores alternative approaches, such as the panel long-wall system, which promises increased coal recovery and improved working conditions for miners. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the early industrialization of coal mining and its impact on both the environment and the lives of those who worked in the mines. The authorââ â¢s insightful recommendations for optimizing coal extraction while minimizing waste and enhancing safety serve as a valuable historical record of the industry's evolving practices and the challenges faced by miners and operators alike in this crucial sector. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334181719_0
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