The New Mine: Comrie Colliery - 1945 Coal Industry Documentary
'A modern colliery in Scotland, situated in unspoilt country instead of an ugly mining town, has up-to-date machinery, the latest ventilation and safety devices, and new methods in mining practice. The surface buildings of this model colliery are built on symmetrical lines.’
Source: Films of Britain - British Council Film Department Catalogue - 1947-50
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