Old Gods of Appalachia Episode 3: The Covenant: Barlo, Kentucky 1917: Part Three
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Nov 28, 2019 AI Snips
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The Old Number Seven Disaster
- The Old Number Seven mine disaster in 1917 prompted initial rescue efforts by striking miners.
- A secondary explosion trapped more miners, leading to a larger community response.
Cletus's Illness and Despair
- Cletus Garvin, a miner, was diagnosed with black lung and forced into early retirement.
- Facing financial hardship, he contemplated dying in the mine for a better pension for his family.
The Voices in the Mine
- While alone in the mine, Cletus heard voices offering help and revealing personal details.
- In exchange for service, they promised to restore his health.