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every employer to visit them and to see the great
beneficial results that can be obtained by putting
into effect the up-to-date sanitary methods of
which I have spoken. Some of these camps have
concrete sidewalks, macadam roads, shade trees
set out along the street and yards, and in one
case of which I know there is a storage lake from
which the main sewer of the village is flushed
whenever needed. Opera house, billiard and pool
room, swimming pools, and a-1 of the amusements
that can be had in a town or city are afforded.
This same company expects to establish an electrical
power lino through tho village to the store
and the mine openings. This will be used to deliver
goods from the store and to carry the miners
to their work, and also will eliminate the necessity
of having a stable at the works, but will substitute
instead of the horse and mule, electrically
propelled machinery for all niining and other purposes.
Give the employes some amusement. Good reading
matter will have a far reaching influence.
Surround them with the comforts that are practicable
and assure them of a pure, wholesome supply
of water and all of the necessaries of life.
They will be better satisfied and will be perfectly
willing to pay a reasonable profit for this service.
They will be better satisfied and you will get
better results. You will also be helping to make
the lives of the wives and children of your employes
more pleasant. By giving them the advantage
of these opportunities you help to develop
their minds, broaden their views and give them
inspiration which will go far toward making their
prosperity reflect the improvements which you
may feel you w*>re instrumental in helping to
bring about.
C. C. Rose, superintendent of the coal department
of the Delaware & Hudson railroad, was
fined $1,000 by Magistrate W. S. Millar at Scranton,
Pa., Dec. 4, for violation of the Davis mine
cave law, in refusing to file with the bureau of
Mine inspection and surface support, maps of the
Marvine, Leggett's Creek, Von Storch and Manville
mines. An alternative of 90 days in the
county jail was given. After the imposition of
the fine Attorney James H. Torrey, appearing for
the defendant, gave notice of an appeal.
The Interstate Commerce commission Dec. 4
ruled that a railroad's obligation to furnish cars
to companies having connections with its lines,
is mandatory, and contracts with such concerns
cannot be relieved of such liability. The
decision was in the case of the Huerfano Coal Co.
of Colorado against the Colorado & Southeastern
railroad relative to distribution of coal cars in
times of car shortages.
THE COAL TRADE BULLETIN. 33
MANOR GAS COAL COMPANY POSTS
SAFETY RULES AT ITS MINES.
The Manor Gas Coal Co. has posted these safety
rules at its mines:
Safety First! Let us cut out accidents. Life
is the great gift of God. We are responsible for
our fellow-workmen.
Officials—
See that the men do not become careless.
See that all safety appliances are in good condition.
See that your men become acquainted with the
mining law, it is a great factor for their safety.
See that they obey it, and practice what you
preach.
Do not depend entirely on the superintendent's
word for the ability of the men he hires, all he
has is their word. Find out for yourself.
Do not take a chance; better be sure than sorry.
Miners, drivers and others:
Stop, look and listen before crossing a road
where motor or cars are likely to be in motion.
Do not step on track after trip has passed until
ycu are sure there are no other cars following.
Do not get in a rush on the way home.
Do not steal a ride to save time.
Do not imagine you know more than the men
v,ho compiled the present mining law.
Do not put off setting posts to save time.
Do not depend entirely on the officials for your
safety. Help yourself.
Do not meddle with electric w*ire.
Do not carry a drill or bar on your shoulder.
Any danger comingj under your observation.
kindly report to mine foreman or assistants.
Mules are animate beings, therefore lave feeling.
Avoid reckless running, you may kill yourself
cr another.
See that cars are properly coupled, and brakes in
good shape before starting.
You are responsible for anyone riding on your
trip.
Do not allow any unauthorized pertons to do
vour work, you will be held responsible for him.
See that posts and other material go to their
proper place, they are ordered because they are
needed.
See that safety appliances are in good shape,
any suggestions you make along the line of safety
will be appreciated.
Put forth every effort to avoid accidents and
your services will be appreciated.
In case you are called upon to render first-aid
do not over-do it, as a surgeon's services are at
your disposal at entrance of mine.
Let safety be your first consideration.
MANOR GAS COAL Co.,
Manor, Pa.