The following quotes come from Jeff McClelland's book, Clear Lake, Dark Lies:
“We should consider giving the men some time off from our logging sites in order to review our practices. In the last week I have lost six men to falling trees or flying cables. Please take time to consider this.” – Memo from camp three foreman William Smith to company headquarters, June 1911*
“Mr. Smith, there will be no time off for the men or for any review of logging practices. Men are expendable and time is short. If you feel that you cannot comply with this order then you too can be replaced.” – Memo from company headquarters to camp three foreman William Smith, June 1911*
“We are sorry
to announce the unexpected death of William Smith. He will be greatly missed.”
– Company News letter, July 1911*
