Petition For An Annual Commemorative National Miner's Day For The United States Of America

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  1. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 10:34 AM    link Ruthann M. | Fairmont, WV

    My family worked the mines for years. At one time I had a husband, 2 brothers, 3 brothers in law and a nephew working in the mines. My husband was in a fall with a 600 pound rock coming in on him. The mines made us a good living to raise our children. The miners deserve to have a day for them as so many gave their lives so we can have all the things that come from coal. Many miners suffer from Black Lung. It is a very hard and dirty life but well worth it for the world. I am definately a coal miners wife and proud of it. Thank you

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  3. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 9:21 AM    link Terry A. | Spring Creek, NV

    Please support the men and women who dedicate so much to our community

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  5. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 9:08 AM    link Ruth W. | Bristol, WV

  6. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 9:06 AM    link gary p. | mullens, WV

  7. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 8:54 AM    link Rhonda E. | Richardson, TX

    I believe my family from as far back as 8 or 9 generations have mined. I see miners as christian,brave,strong people who worked for country and family. We are the all-americans.
    My family came from Pound Va. My 13th greatgrand mother was pochauntus, later my 7th great grandmother was kidnaped by sue-Chief she had 2 boys,who became mine workers. I'm very proud
    of all realitives. So won't yu please give them the honor they deserve. Rhonda Evans,Richardson Tx.

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  9. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 7:58 AM    link Matthew L. | Philadelphia, PA

  10. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 7:49 AM    link Christy C. | Mullens, WV

    Our miners risk life and limb every day to provide our nation with a valuable resource; many of them have sacrificed their health or their lives to do so. Working conditions for these men and women are far from ideal, to say the least. Often, their pay is substandard. Isn't it befitting that we honor those who work so hard for so little?

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  12. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 7:48 AM    link Melissa H. | Scarbro, WV

    I am a coal miner's daughter and lost my father 14 years ago to black lung. I have made my career working with the health and safety of the miners, with USDOL, MSHA, in District 4, Mount Hope, WV. I am proud of our Agency and what we can do for the miners. I am proud to say I have worked for 31 years in improving miners' health and safety. I feel that a miners' memorial day would be a nice remembrance to all those who lost their lives in the coal mines and to those who worked in the mines for so many years and died from black lung or mine-related illnesses or injuries.

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  14. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 7:15 AM    link Lori W. | Wheeling, WV

  15. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 7:07 AM    link Remona M. | Breeden, WV

  16. Mon., Jan. 7, 2008 5:29 AM    link Dory C. | Indiana, PA

    As the wife of a retired coal miner and as the coordinator for the Evangelical Lutheran Coalition for Mission in Appalachia, I urge you to consider sponsoring legislation to commemorate a national Miner's Day. Thank you.

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  18. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 7:07 PM    link Beth V. | Seymour, TN

  19. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 4:43 PM    link Andrea A. | Clarksburg, WV

  20. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 4:13 PM    link Terri K. | Fairmont, WV

    My husband and son work in the mines and every day I wonder if they will come home. My heart is filled with sadness for the families of the miners who die while trying to provide for their families. I hope and pray for each miner's family, including mine. That a national miner's memorial day would bring rememberance to all those in their time of grief.

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  22. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 3:49 PM    link Terri J. K. | Fairmont, WV

  23. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 3:14 PM    link Sarah M. | Monterey, CA

    Coal mining is a profession steeped in tradition and we should pay tribute to the lives lost in the arduous physical labor that helped to build our nation into what it is and still powers many of our homes today.

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  25. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 1:55 PM    link Erin S. | Port Orange, FL

    It is a tough job, but someone has to do it. My mom and dad both work hard and risk their lives each day in the mines. I also know many other people who do the same. Please respect the ones who lost their lives while providing for their families. God Bless you and our miners!

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  27. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 1:50 PM    link marc b. | Philadelphia, PA

    gob bless the coal miners

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  29. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 1:25 PM    link Robert O. | Spokane, WA

  30. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 1:18 PM    link Charles L. | Rockford, IL

  31. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 11:03 AM    link Roy C. | Lake Geneva, WI

    Yes I believe that it would be a great thing to honor the COAL MINERS from WV,and else where,and let don't forget the Miners in SouthEastern KY. My father died at the young age of 47 working in the Mines(BLACK LUNG)
    Thanks you very much,
    Roy Chadwick, a Coal Miners son formerly of Harlan Co KY.

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  33. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 10:43 AM    link Teri M. | Blaine, TN

    My father, brother and both of my grandfathers were proud West Virginia coal miners. Growing up in McDowell County West Virginia coal mining was just a way of life for my family and so many others. Now that I am older, I realize that they put themselves in great danger every minute of every day. The amount of bravery and sacrifice that is required to do a job such as this is tremendous.
    Our nation gives honor to some worthy and some frivolous. I think it only fitting that we equally give honor to the men and their families who have sacrificed so much and have made, and continue to make, such a contribution for us all.

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  35. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 8:32 AM    link John S S. | Wilmington, DE

    John S. Shaw

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  37. Sun., Jan. 6, 2008 6:17 AM    link Justin P. | Nellis, WV

  38. Sat., Jan. 5, 2008 9:06 PM    link KATHLEEN B. | STEILACOOM, WA

    The dirty and thankless work of every American miner has been entwined in American history since the earliest beginnings of the republic and it is their labor which has laid the foundation, literally of our nation for nearly 400 years. These tireless laborers have toiled endlessly on our behalf sometimes for generations and deserve our undying respect and acknowledgement.

    It is past time they were recognized for their courage and strength of purpose and we owe them this annual day of remembrance and gratitude. Please give due consideration to this proposal;' it is the least you can do in a time when America's real heroes are so often neglected.

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  40. Sat., Jan. 5, 2008 4:30 PM    link Vicki M. | Delbarton, WV

  41. Sat., Jan. 5, 2008 11:23 AM    link Michael C. | Harrisburg, IL

  42. Sat., Jan. 5, 2008 4:01 AM    link Jane P. | Grafton, WV

  43. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 9:36 PM    link August V. | Canton, OH

  44. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 8:39 PM    link judy a. | pineville, WV

  45. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 8:28 PM    link Adam K. | Rolla, MO

    As a mining engineer of 6 years now, I have worked in 5 different operations each with there own challenges. Both coal and hardrock miners work around the clock to provide valuable resources the average person takes for granted. There is no reason why the hardworking blue collar workers of america should not be honored.

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  47. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 8:08 PM    link Dianne L. | Albuquerque, NM

  48. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 3:06 PM    link Seth W. | Brunswcik, ME

  49. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 2:20 PM    link Richard M. | Thornton, CO

    This is a worthy cause. Miners have given their lives in significant numbers for centuries, and any recognition of their contribution deserves our support.

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  51. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 1:56 PM    link Joel W. | Charleston, WV

    As a native of Louisiana, I grew up in an absence of knowledge concerning the Mining Industry and the Men and Women who are engaged daily, risking their life for their families. I wholeheartedly believe that a national day to recognize miners would serve to educate as to the great sacrifices that have been made by the miners themselves.

    The men and women who descend into the great dark deep to mine the very thing that powers this great nation need to be remembered along with others in this country who have given so much for so many.

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  53. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 1:54 PM    link Jason G. | Arlington, VA

  54. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 12:59 PM    link Darlene C. | Carrollton, IL

  55. Fri., Jan. 4, 2008 8:03 AM    link Everett R. | Clarksburg, WV

  56. Thu., Jan. 3, 2008 11:50 PM    link Koneta S. | Williamson, WV

  57. Thu., Jan. 3, 2008 10:22 PM    link Jessica M. | Lenore, WV

  58. Thu., Jan. 3, 2008 9:46 PM    link Jeana R. | Chapmanville, WV

  59. Thu., Jan. 3, 2008 9:41 PM    link Ashley B. | Kermit, WV

    My husband is a hard working coal miner. I am very proud to be his wife. You should thank him for your electricity. Our miners deserve a day to thank them for their duties to America.

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  61. Thu., Jan. 3, 2008 7:50 PM    link Diana E. | Kingston Springs, TN

  62. Thu., Jan. 3, 2008 1:49 PM    link Rogers H. | Welch, WV

    In honor of these brave souls, a day of remembrance seems only fitting to WV and all mining communities in the US. I certainly hope that the hearts of our legislators will be touched to make this an 'annual' memorial and eventually 'festive' day for all miners. Anyone who has been in a coal mine knows the dangers, those who have not been there, should check one out and educate themselves of this 'vocation'. Mining has come a very long way in developing a viable, reliable, and necessary source of energy, education, employment, and survival of creation that we know today. The old coal camps evolved to one of the longest surviving industries, not only in the US, but the world, where coal is developed. Let's not let the 'nay sayers' overload their minds into eternal nothingness, but continue to educate all with a movement to developing a constantly improving industry and products that are safe, efficient, and worthy of the risks that 'all' Miners take when they go down into the earth

    You honorable men from West Virginia already know the story, so I hope we can take this to the next level and really tell a story that will be remembered by all, especially and particularly to our 'young people' who seem to miss out on the 'real' story of the founding of this 'Great' Country of our...History paves the way the future, and we need to let the real story 'sink in' ...Peace to all.

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  64. Thu., Jan. 3, 2008 12:55 PM    link Rev. Robert P. | Fairmont, WV

    My immigrant Grandfather was a coal miner in the early part of the 20th century in Colorado and West Virginia. He worked under extremely difficult conditions, with great sacrifice, and developed black lung disease before his untimely death. However, he left behind a strong and loving family, and we as a nation owe so very much to these brave coal miners. I heartily endorse the permanent formation of an annual day to recognize their collective contributions to our Nation, and request our elected officials in Congress to rapidly work to complete the necessary legislation to accomplish this honor.

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  66. Thu., Jan. 3, 2008 7:52 AM    link Ellen D. | Beech Bottom, WV

  67. Thu., Jan. 3, 2008 6:53 AM    link John K. | Lexington, KY

  68. Wed., Jan. 2, 2008 10:47 AM    link Amy C. | Morgantown, WV

  69. Wed., Jan. 2, 2008 10:22 AM    link Al M. | Daniels, WV

    Please consider this important day.

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  71. Wed., Jan. 2, 2008 10:03 AM    link Oleg K. | Kemerovo Siberia 650056, AK

    Mistakes underground have terror results, which forsee hard...

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  73. Wed., Jan. 2, 2008 7:49 AM    link Nancy W. | Fairmont, WV

    This is long overdue and should happen without any hesitation. I agree 100%. My Father was an underground coal miner and suffered from Black Lung. Thanks for asking me to review and participate in this. May God Bless everyone.

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  75. Tue., Jan. 1, 2008 9:42 PM    link Rev. Richard B. | Fairmont, WV

    Last year's historic first celebration held at Central United Methodist Church in Fairmont, WV was a very moving and meanigful event. It celebrated heroes, remembered those who died in disasters and honored all miners and their families. While this was a history making first in West Virginia, there needs to be such an event held nationally.

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  77. Tue., Jan. 1, 2008 9:39 PM    link Rev. Richard B. | Fairmont, WV

    Laast year's first celebration held at Centural United methodist Church in Fairmont, WV was a very moving and meaningful event that showcased a range of experiences of coal mining, celebrating heroes, remembering those lost in disasters and honoring all miners and their families. While that was a historic first in WV, it is very important to have such an event observed nationally.

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  79. Tue., Jan. 1, 2008 6:13 PM    link judy a. | pineville, WV

  80. Tue., Jan. 1, 2008 6:05 PM    link Jeff V. | Fairmont, WV

    This is an important cause. The United States needs to have a national mining day to support and commemorate all the hardworking miners of the past and present.

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  82. Tue., Jan. 1, 2008 9:42 AM    link Annette M. | Easley, SC

    I'm signing this in Honor of my dad, Gilbert S. Layne, from Charleston, WV. I'm proud of you dad!!

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  84. Mon., Dec. 31, 2007 4:11 PM    link Christine G. | Middletown, PA

    As the editor and publisher of the Anthracite History Journal in Pennsylvania and The Mine Country at www.minecountry.com, I urge that our coal miners, past and present, receive the honor they deserve by setting aside a day to focus on their work and what is has meant and continues to mean to the United States.

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  86. Mon., Dec. 31, 2007 12:41 PM    link ANN P. | Powhatan, VA

  87. Mon., Dec. 31, 2007 8:09 AM    link Pamela M. | Midlothian, VA

    My father is a retired coal miner. He is now 91 years old. He worked in the mines all of his life and retired from Hawks Nest Mining Company. He worked hard in the mines. He also worked hard at home. He and my mother raised us in a christian home. I am very proud of my father and his hard work in the mines. Coal kept us warm, helped us have clothes, food and a good home.

    Please consider this tribute to the miners of America.

    Thank you,

    Pamela Miles

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  89. Mon., Dec. 31, 2007 2:58 AM    link William H. | Cleveland, OH

  90. Sun., Dec. 30, 2007 6:56 PM    link wanda w. | Richwood, WV

    HI MY NAME IS WANDA i have known alot of familys who had people working in the mines thank god none of them have lost a member of their family in a mine fall .......i will tell u this much i was scared that my ex-husband and his cousin was in the mines that day down at buckhannon but they was"nt thank god they was safe..........

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  92. Sun., Dec. 30, 2007 5:17 PM    link Aubrey M. | Cyclone, WV

  93. Sat., Dec. 29, 2007 5:55 PM    link Emma D. | Dayton, OH

  94. Sat., Dec. 29, 2007 8:36 AM    link Saundra S. | belington, WV

    I sign this petition on the behalf and Memory of our Sago Miner's that are missed so dearly.. And for the one that Survived.. Never Let their memory's fade. Protect Our Miner's and their Family's .

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  96. Fri., Dec. 28, 2007 10:23 PM    link Raealena W. | Blacksville, WV

  97. Fri., Dec. 28, 2007 4:50 PM    link curtis m B. | BLUEFIELD, WV

    this should happied right to help all miners in all states

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  99. Fri., Dec. 28, 2007 12:01 PM    link Daphne L. | Washoe Valley, NV

    This is a very worthy project and I support it wholeheartedly.

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  101. Fri., Dec. 28, 2007 8:34 AM    link Alison W. | Gilbert, WV

    As the wife of a coal miner I understand the loss these familes have suffered. These men and women provide such a great service to this nation and we should honor them, not only the miners that have passed on but the ones who are continuing their work.

    Thank You
    Alison Wilson
    Gilbert, WV

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  103. Thu., Dec. 27, 2007 8:28 PM    link Teresa R. | Dayton, OH

    I am a great granddaughter of a miner and a granddaughter of a miner. My grandfather died of black lung disease and my great grandfather was a District Staff Rep for the UMW. He gave his life for the rights of miners safety up to the day he had his stroke and eventual death. The only picture allowed in his living room was of John L. Lewis. Miners' pride for their work and the pride of their families for being related to miners is unmatched. They more than deserve a day, they deserve a lifetime of recognition for their work, life and death they have given so the rest of us can have coal. It is their time, please give them a day of recognition.

    In Solidarity,

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  105. Thu., Dec. 27, 2007 7:10 PM    link Karen A. | Lizemore, WV

    My husband is a Coal Miner.Everyday I pray that he will make it back home to me and to our boys.Everytime you hear of someone getting hurt or killed working in coal mines you heart stops and and you pray that god will be with them and there families.
    Coal is a huge part of WV.Yes, I do think we all should stop and give thanks to all those who work and had worked in WV coal mines.God Bless Our Miners

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  107. Thu., Dec. 27, 2007 4:38 PM    link David S. | Fairbanks, AK

    Miners built, and continue to build, this great nation. The creation of wealth and economic prosperity begins with extracting the minerals and materials used by every person. It is about time to honor the mining profession.

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  109. Thu., Dec. 27, 2007 8:39 AM    link Michael C. | Vale, NC

  110. Wed., Dec. 26, 2007 10:37 PM    link Don S. | Clay, WV

  111. Wed., Dec. 26, 2007 10:24 AM    link al s. | charleston, WV

  112. Wed., Dec. 26, 2007 10:24 AM    link cami j. | charleston, WV

    Miners deserve their own special day of recognition and appreciation. My Stepfather, both Grandfathers and many Uncles and Cousins were and are coal miners. They risk life and limb every day they are on the job and I think that we should have a day to honor them.

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  114. Wed., Dec. 26, 2007 6:38 AM    link Larry W. | Ridgeway, VA

    I strongly agree we need a national miners day to honor those who gave their lives in various mining accidents including miners who has worked all their lives in mines and still living to tell of their experiences. I lost my father in a coal mines cave in, Clear Creek, West Virginia on Feb 7th, 1957. He left my mother to raise 6 children. we endured alot of hard times, but me made it and have succeded in life pretty darn well. I hope that you will endorse this day of recogination

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  116. Wed., Dec. 26, 2007 6:30 AM    link John V. | Hillsboro, OH

    we did earn it please get it passed i was a coal miner and i like to set and tell my Senators and U.S Representative things about the mines in wva and ky were i worked in them 1970 to 2000 if one Senator would i sure would like to set and tell him the things that went on in mines

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  118. Mon., Dec. 24, 2007 4:43 PM    link Josh W. | Elkins, WV

    Dear Santa,


    I would like some playboy for christmas, and some protection .

    thanks Josh

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  120. Mon., Dec. 24, 2007 4:24 PM    link phyllis b. | Canton, IL

  121. Mon., Dec. 24, 2007 7:15 AM    link philip c. | morgantown, WV

    I believe this would be a great day in America to recognize and remember miners throughout the United States that are currently working,retired, and also given their lives in an effort to earn a living and raise the families that have become part of this wonderful nation and the great state of West Virginia. This would also create an annual awareness of the many who have lost their lives in the coal industry. I come from a coal mining family and my grandfathers life was spared in the Monongah mine disaster back in 1907 and that is why I and his entire off springs are able to carry the family name. It would also recognize the many who were not given that opportunity to enjoy lifes pleasures. Please work hard to make this a reality for all the mining families throughout the United States and the world.

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  123. Sun., Dec. 23, 2007 9:17 AM    link Sharon M. | Beckley, WV

    My Daddy was a coal miner for 40 years & I wholeheartedly agree to honor him as well as each & every other miner with a National Miner's Day!!!
    THANK YOU for realizing what the miners sacrifice each & every work day!!!

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  125. Sun., Dec. 23, 2007 8:36 AM    link Lana Elizabeth L. | Baisden, WV

    Both of my sons are miners and risk their life ,usually 6 days a week.One is a boss and the other is a pinman and works in very low coal.I am very proud of both of them and I pray for their safety and others with them every day.

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  127. Sun., Dec. 23, 2007 4:28 AM    link Denetta S. | Clear Fork, WV

    I Would Love To See A Miners Day..In Loving Memory Of All The Miners That Have Lost There Life.We Miss You Elvis Elery Hatfield And Jakie Toler..

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  129. Sun., Dec. 23, 2007 4:12 AM    link Michael D. S. | Jackhorn, KY

    To whom it may concern:

    The time has come that this country honors the men and women who have supported their families and given their blood while working in the coal mines of this country. Much of the infrastructure of this country is in place because of these men and women who have suffered through injustices of companies who place the dollar above the health and well-being of the employee.

    Each time a death or tragedy occurs that draws national attention, we as coalminers are promised laws that will change this industries way of conducting business. As soon as the attention dies down it's back to business as usual. We don't need new laws, we need the laws in place inforced.

    So, we think the time has come to have an annual day to honor these people have have given so much!
    Thank You!

    Michael D. Shortt
    Chairman
    Letcher County Coal Miners Memorial

    Board Members:

    Leonard Fleming
    Alice Hayes
    Chris Fleming
    Pam Fleming
    Twalla Brown
    Steve Brewer
    Helena Shortt
    Ross Fleming
    Norma Fleming
    Don Bentley
    Diane Bentley
    Mabel Johnson

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  131. Sat., Dec. 22, 2007 9:08 PM    link BRIAN T. | BRENTON, WV

  132. Sat., Dec. 22, 2007 8:45 PM    link John E. | Fairmont, WV

  133. Sat., Dec. 22, 2007 1:47 PM    link Tracey L. | Fairmont, WV

    I think that this will be a great boost for our miners and the coal industry. My husband was a miner and I used to cringe when the phone would ring at night hoping that it wasn't to tell me about a mine accident. Luckily he never acquired an injury. He brother was not so lucky. He just about lost both legs in an accident and almost his life. Please support this national day.

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  135. Sat., Dec. 22, 2007 1:25 PM    link Evelyn W. | Jamaica, NY

    I totally agree with this. My dad worked under terrible conditions as a coal miner, and died as a result of Black Lung Disease. He suffered the last 10 to 15 years of his life due to diseases contracted as a result of his working in coal mines.

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  137. Sat., Dec. 22, 2007 10:12 AM    link Rob M. | Uniontown, PA

  138. Sat., Dec. 22, 2007 8:46 AM    link Amber M. | Cowen, WV

    My husband is a miner and I highly respect him and the others who risk their lives to go underground. I'm very proud of my husband. Although it worries me that he works underground but I support him in whatever he does. He loves the coalmines and would not work anywhere else. He and I would really appreciate a Miners Day and so would alot of other families. It is a shame that others do not recongize the men and women who risk their lives, appreciate them, and honor them by approving a day just for them. They indeed deserve it.

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  140. Fri., Dec. 21, 2007 8:40 PM    link josephine m l. | ansted, WV

    yes by allmeans takea day in honor of are miners and also in memory of ones who lost there husband or other thank you josephinem lowe widow of alfred lowe of mt nebowv.

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  142. Fri., Dec. 21, 2007 8:13 PM    link Krista C. | Mabie, WV

    I am a coal miners daughter and i think we do need a day to honor our coal miners!

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  144. Fri., Dec. 21, 2007 7:12 PM    link Joan S. | Ansted, WV

    A National Miners day is a great idea . To many miners have died working in the mines. My grandfather was in the mining wars , fighting for the union .Men died during that time also and not in the mine .

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  146. Fri., Dec. 21, 2007 6:50 PM    link beverley k. | ansted, WV

    YES I WILL SIGN THE PETITION FOR COAL MINERS I WILL FOREVER DEFEND A COAL MINER THEY PUT THERE LIFE ON THE LINE FOR US EVERYDAY AND WE SHOULD HAVE A SPECIAL DAY TO HONOR ARE MINERS.MY SON HIS A COAL MINER AND SO WAS MY FATHER I AM PROUD TO BE A COAL MINERS DAUGHTER.THAT WILL LIVE ON FOREVER IF WE SIGN THIS PETITION.SO KEEP IT GOING.
    BEVERLEY KIDD

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  148. Fri., Dec. 21, 2007 9:39 AM    link Brenda A. | Crab Orchard, WV

  149. Fri., Dec. 21, 2007 7:30 AM    link Lynnette S. | Princeton, IN

  150. Fri., Dec. 21, 2007 4:23 AM    link Shane P. | Lexington, SC

  151. Fri., Dec. 21, 2007 1:49 AM    link LARRY B. | COTTONDALE, AL

    i agree wholeheartedly with this

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  153. Thu., Dec. 20, 2007 10:47 PM    link kimberly c. | moundsville, WV

    God Bless the Miners of this great land. Without them the United States willn't be where we are today. We owe them more then a thank you, we owe them our hearts. To have this day will show how much we are truely greatful for each and everyone of them. Miners are a kind of people that willing to put all of themself into a job that might not be safe, yet they do this everyday and are very careful. Thanks from the bottom of my heart, for giving your all for us.

    kimberly chambers

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  155. Thu., Dec. 20, 2007 10:21 PM    link Karen F. | Hephzibah, GA

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