This booklet was first published in 1889 at the time of the accident in Drakewalls Mine. It was written by James Normington (steam ship agent) and William Bant (miner). It was re-issued in facsimile form by Patrick Coleman in 1998.

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CONTENTS
· Brief description of the mine
· An account of the accident and rescue mission.
· The aftermath
· An account by William Bant of his mining experiences before the accident