A History of Mining Activity in Nova Scotia, 1720-1992 History of Mining Men in the Mines

Sixteen miners wearing the first hard hats for industrial issues. Back row, (L to R): Ollie Mackenzie, George Gallant - underground manager, Ruben MacIntosh, Tony MacDonald, John Borden, William McKenzie, Thomas McDonald - manager. Middle row, (L to R): Robert Reid, William Spencer, William Clark, Irwin Smith, Steve McNeil, Scott Irwin. Front row, (L to R): William Miles, Mark Atchinson and Martin Gouthro. Date: 1935 Credit: Beaton Institute, Cape Breton University Reference: Beaton Institute, Cape Breton University Coal Workers: 81-827-5907