Miner using a compressed air rock drill at the Gilman Mine. A battery operated miner's light is attached to his helmet, with the cord running to the light.
John Mignone (left) and Jesse Belt preparing a completely reconditioned timber truck for return to service in the mine. Sufficient timber and timber trucks were vital to the operation of the mine.
Drilling prior to adding dynamite to blast a section for mining at Gilman. Protective clothing was worn to keep the driller from being injured by debris, but we see no eye safety wear.