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CLARENCE KRAVIG (1906-1994), Homestake Mine geologist, 1929-1941, discusses geologic planning, superintendency of the mine, 1941-1962, impact of WWII; modernizing the mining system as assistant general manager, 1963-1971: introducing Atlas-Copco drills, unionization, home ownership in Lead, SD, reclaiming Gold Run Creek, developing bacteria to remove cyanide, Ku Klux Klan and Anti-Catholicism. WAYNE HARFORD (b. 1930), discusses cage hoist operation, safety and maintenance issues, and substance abuse, 1949-1990. KENNETH KINGHORN (b. 1947), miner, electrician, member mine rescue team, drift supervisor, discusses mining methods and practice, safety, and equipment, 1966-1993.