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bullshit. This could have happened to anybody, and has before_ CCV is making it look like <br />Wayne had his accident ig today's time of strong tall fences and warning signs, but these <br />safety tools were simply not in place at the time. It is my hope someone can come forward <br />with a photograph proving this_ If I had one, I would send it to you_ Do you suppose the <br />Gazette Telegraph Cm Colorado Springs) published a photo of the shaft at the time they <br />did the story? It might support your cause if you can find a photo_ The newspaper's <br />archives are at both the newspaper and the Pikes Peak Library in Colorado Springs. <br />At the very least, I would hope that CCV agrees to dig down and retrieve Wayne's body. <br />If you have been up to the American Eagle's Mine, located just a mile or so away, you can <br />see where mining endeavors have managed to dig thousands of feet far below the surface. <br />With gold at it's current price, the cost of doing your family this honor would be minimal <br />to a company like CCV. This might be a good avenue to take for you and your family, as <br />everyone around here knows that CCV does everything they can to appear like a good <br />neighbor to the community. <br />Another thing you might warn to know about CCV: They are owned by AngloGold <br />Ashanti of South Africa, and this mine is currently rently their only North American operation. If <br />you Google AngloGold long enough, you will find information on what they have done in <br />other countries regarding the mistreatment of their employees and even burning homes <br />and villages when citizens object to what the mine is doing to their communities and their <br />people. It is my opinion that this company only behaves better here in America because we <br />have more stringent laws and capitol punishment. <br />Another suggestion I have for you is to contact Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper. <br />Mr. Hickenlooper is a former mayor of Denver_ On the occasions I have met him, he <br />seems like "one of us" - a man who is very family oriented, respectful of our communities, <br />and on the side of the common citizen_ With the publicity your situation is currently <br />receiving, now is an excellent time to solicit Governor Hickenlooper's support. I also <br />suggest contacting Dr. Thomas J. Noel. He is Colorado's recognized state historian, and <br />his voice carries a long way. The fact that Wayne is located at an historic site which is <br />being degraded by modern mining efforts will certainly peak his interest, and I am sure he <br />has already heard or read about the situation. Both Governor Hickenlooper and Dr. Noel <br />are in Denver and easy to find. <br />Most unfortunately, I am a public figure in this area and part of my job is being forced to <br />deal with CCV on a friendly basis. For that reason I cannot sign my name to this letter at <br />this time. I truly wish I could and it pains me that I cannot. But please know that I do feel <br />for your family during this trying time, and I hope you can win this battle. <br />