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Surname
McALLISTER
Forename
John
Day
30
Month
01
Year
1912
Age
46
Occupation
Collier
Mine/Quarry Name
Moss, No.1
Mineral Worked
Coal
Owner
Pearson & Knowles Coal & Iron Co. Ltd
Location
Ince-in-Makerfield
County
Lancashire
Details of Event
While driving a wedge in coal a large piece parted from a break parallel with the face. The falling coal displaced two props set to a bar close to the face and allowed a fall of roof to take place. McAllister died from his injuries on the 15th March.