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October 1908. Grafton, West Virginia. "Harry and Sallie. Driver in Maryland Coal Co. Mine near Sand Lick. Was afraid to be photo'd because we might make him go to school. Probably 12 years old." Photo by Lewis Wickes Hine. View full size.
After seeing this, I am feeling incredibly lazy and pampered.
Some face for a 12-year-old.
Great photo.
Yes, Sallie has been roached. What a wonderful big old mule!
Mules and ponies in coal mines were shaved all over to keep them from collecting coal dust. Note the short stubbly coat and total lack of mane.
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