I am so grateful that my comments on Ted Koppel's TV program re the mining residue in Picher OK generated such interesting remembrances as reflected in messages posted here and in the several I received directly from individuals. Since the subject is somewhat removed from our more direct genealogy pursuits, I had hesitated in posting it. (Thanks for the tolerance of our webmaster and subscribers.) The TV program showed a series of mine photos posted on a wall. It looked to me as if they were on display in a museum in Picher and perhaps someone who currently lives in the area can report on that. I have seen similar pictures in the Webb City library (101 S. Liberty St., Webb City MO 64870) and in Joplin ( 300 Main St., Joplin MO 64801) and also the Tri-State Mineral Museum in Schifferdecker Park, (7th St and Schifferdecker Ave, Joplin MO 64801) and probably at the Dorothea B. Hoover Museum which is also located in Schifferdecker Park. The Carthage library no doubt has some too. The Webb City Historical Society has mentioned a book, "Southwest Missouri Mining" by Jerry Pryor which may be purchased from them (President Donna Krudwig, 221 W. 2nd St, Webb City MO 64870). It also may be available via inter-library loan if you request it at your local library. And I am sure there are other books on the same subject. The mine photos usually show a group of men posing at the entrance to the mine with a sign giving the name of that particular mine. So if you know the exact name of the mine your ancestor worked in your chances of locating a photo of him would be more favorable. I am sure that a letter of inquiry to any of the above with a stamped, self-addressed envelope would receive a response. Good hunting!