About James H. Hays
Lived 1800 – 1876 (aged 75). James H. Hays was an American businessperson.
James Harden Hays (September 3, 1800 – March 30, 1876) was a pioneer of bituminous coal mining in Western Pennsylvania.
Biography James H. Hays was born in Mifflin Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania on September 3, 1800.
His first mine was opened in 1828, at the mouth of Street's Run, where it empties into the Monongahela River.
He died on March 30, 1876, at his home near Becks Run in Baldwin Township.
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Who was James H. Hays?
American businessman (1800-1876)
When was James H. Hays born?
James H. Hays was born on 3 September 1800 in Mifflin Township.
When did James H. Hays die?
James H. Hays died on 30 March 1876 in Baldwin Township.
What was James H. Hays's occupation?
James H. Hays was a businessperson.
What nationality was James H. Hays?
James H. Hays was American.
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