They had to kill first before they could get at the riches Lady Joan and you are right, the workers were regarded as common fodder. Even with the safety now there are still many problems in the mining world. Just imagine working in the coal mines with all of the black dust and soot.
Yes indeed and Rita (My mom) used to complain about sweeping the verandah every day when those winds were around. As boys we used to play on those cyanide laden mine dumps and I collected many hidings. No protection for the people were offered and none ever will.
Such is life.
Hope that your weekend will not be like ours.
RE: A funny story today.