Pennsylvania, Schuylkill County, Pottsville
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Anthracite pioneer. He developed slope method for mining below water table, 1835. His Pottsville Furnace was the first successful smelter of anthracite iron, 1839-40. His home, built 1830-35, was first of the mansions to line Mahantongo St.
(Notable Persons) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
Anthracite pioneer. He developed slope method for mining below water table, 1835. His Pottsville Furnace was the first successful smelter of anthracite iron, 1839-40. His home, built 1830-35, was first of the mansions to line Mahantongo St.(Notable Persons) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.