MineArchiveJ. R. Fosdick
The sinker and first owner of Fitzwilliam Main, who put the shaft down to the Shafton seam between 1876 and 1880 and held the colliery until 1881; he was advised by H.M. Inspector after the 1879 explosion to stop the use of naked lights and introduce safety lamps throughout the mine.
Mines operated
| Mine | Region | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Hemsworth Colliery | West Yorkshire | 1876–1881 |
Record created: 9 September 2026 · Last researched: 9 September 2026