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PENNSYLVANIA: COAL MINE. Mr. A. Langerfeld and one of his machines for picking
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PENNSYLVANIA: COAL MINE. Mr. A. Langerfeld and one of his machines for picking
PENNSYLVANIA: COAL MINE.
Mr. A. Langerfeld and one of his machines for picking coal which does away completely with the use of breaker boys. The breaker of the Spencer Coal Company at Scranton, Pennsylania. Photograph by Lewis Hine on 18 March 1913
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1913 Breaker Coal Hine Idea Industry Invention Inventor Labor Movement Lewis Machine March Mine Miner Pennsylvania Scranton Technology Wickes
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This photograph captures a pivotal moment in the coal mining industry of Pennsylvania. Taken by Lewis Hine on March 18,1913, it showcases Mr. A. Langerfeld alongside one of his groundbreaking machines for picking coal. This invention revolutionized the mining process by eliminating the need for breaker boys, young children who were previously employed to separate impurities from coal. The image transports us to the interior of the Spencer Coal Company's breaker in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The dimly lit space is filled with machinery and dust, highlighting the harsh working conditions that miners endured during this era. Mr. Langerfeld stands proudly beside his creation - an embodiment of innovation and progress within an industry steeped in tradition. Hine's photograph not only documents technological advancements but also sheds light on social issues prevalent at that time. It subtly hints at the labor movement gaining momentum as workers sought better conditions and fair treatment. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how human ingenuity can shape industries and improve lives. It serves as a testament to those like Mr. Langerfeld who dared to challenge conventional norms and strive for a brighter future for both workers and society as a whole.
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