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Wilkes Barre PA Pennsylvania - Breaker Boys at Anthracite Coal Mine - Postcard For Sale
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Wilkes Barre PA Pennsylvania - Breaker Boys at Anthracite Coal Mine - Postcard:
$11.95
Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania
Slate Pickers at Coal MineUnposted circa 1906This is a vintage antique postcard showing breaker boys outside a anthracite coal mine having their picture taken.These young boys worked inside a anthracite coal breaker picking out the slate from the coal. It was dangerous back breaking work, working for 10 hours a day for six days a week.Beginning in the 1860\'s this practice of using boys between 8 and 12 years old continued until it was discontinued in the 1920\'s.
This postcard in near fine, unposted condition with highlights in glitter. (see photos for a better idea of the condition).
A great card for any collection of coal mining memorabilia.Don\'t miss out, add this vintage postcard to your collection today!
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