In this episode we explore the Millfield Mine Disaster of 1930. On November 5, 1930 the town of Millfield, Ohio was devastated by an explosion in the Sunday Creek coal mine which resulted in the deaths of 82 men. Joining us today is our special guest, Ron Luce, who has written a book to be published in January 2024 called "The Millfield Mine Disaster". We discuss the causes, the rescues, the tragedy and the survivors.
Ron Luce's upcoming book can be ordered at: https://www.amazon.com/Millfield-Mine-Disaster-Ron-Luce/dp/1467155411/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AZC5UTYVB8TA&keywords=ron+luce+millfield+mine+disaster&qid=1699422065&sprefix=ron+luce+millfield+mine+disaster%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-1
Ron Luce can be contacted at: luce_r@live.com
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Mike hosts a Facebook page called "Too Late for Autographs" and explores people and their stories with Ohio ties that have passed away: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1469825446606552/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=3474200626169014
Dan hosts a Youtube Channel called: Ohio History and Haunts where he explores historical and dark places around Ohio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5x1eJjHhfyV8fomkaVzsA
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