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The Real Story Behind 'The Chicken Sisters'

Chicken SistersIt’s a story that dates back to 1934. It’s been featured

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A women's march in December 1921 brought national attention to the coal mines of Southeast Kansas.

Coal was mined in the area as early as the 1860's and thousands of immigrants came from all over the world to work in these mines. The mix of nationalities created a blend of ethnic cultures unique to

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