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  • The Condition Of Mines In Great Britain

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    Helen Wilson
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    Minutes Of Evidence Taken Before The Commission Appointed To Inquire Into The Condition Of Mines In Great Britain Ashburton Thursday 28th May 1863 Mr William Hosking Examined QUESTION: ANSWER: Of what mine have you charge? West Beam. How many men are employed there? About 160 are employed underground and on the surface. About how many…