I have added the last 53 men I have to the Perry County Mine Fatalities, taking it up to the year 2008.

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Photo to the left sent to me by Alan. He says:

In the heart of Perry County, Kentucky, during the 1940s, the local grocery store serves as more than just a place to pick up provisions—it's a vibrant hub of community life. As the sun casts its warm glow over the storefront, the sweet strains of a guitar drift out into the air, drawing in curious passersby. Inside, a man with weathered hands strums his instrument with practiced ease, his voice carrying the soulful melodies of the mountains.

Surrounding him, a group of children gathers, their eyes wide with wonder as they listen to the music that fills the air. For them, the grocery store becomes a stage, and the man with the guitar, a maestro weaving tales of love, loss, and the timeless beauty of Appalachia. In the background, two other men pause in their shopping to listen, their faces alight with nostalgia as they reminisce about days gone by. In this moment, amidst the simple pleasures of music and community, the grocery store transcends its humble surroundings, becoming a sanctuary of joy and connection in the heart of Perry County.