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  1. The Carbonado Mine Disaster

    Thirty-two miners killed in a devastating explosion at the Carbonado coal mine.

    Jan 5, 1900The Colfax GazetteCarbonado, Pierce CountyWork & Pay · Disasters

  2. Mining Syndicate Collapses After Tragedy

    A judge appoints a receiver for two local coal mining companies following the death of their president and mounting unpaid wages.

    Jan 12, 1904The Tacoma TimesFairfax, Carbonado, Pierce CountyFollow the Money

  3. Tragedy at Carbonado Coal Mine

    Two miners are instantly killed by a massive coal slide in a Carbon Hill Coal Company operation.

    Feb 18, 1909The Tacoma TimesCarbonado, Pierce CountyWork & Pay · Disasters

  4. The Carbonado Roadhouse Shooting

    A local man is recovering from a mysterious gunshot wound after a violent, alcohol-fueled scuffle in a remote roadhouse between Carbonado and Wilkeson.

    Mar 1, 1904The Tacoma TimesCarbonado, Pierce CountyTrue Crime

  5. Mining Camp Tragedy Near Carbonado

    A target practice outing turns lethal when a accidental discharge claims the life of a 50-year-old miner.

    Sep 5, 1904The Tacoma TimesMelmont, Carbonado, Pierce County

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