African-Americans played a very serious role in Mahaska County, Iowa history. From its early inception, African-Americans have participated in major events that determined the prosperity of the county. When Mahaska County was a major coal extractor…
*minus the cost of the safety clothing; The "loan" he doesn't remember getting; The rent for the company-owned apartment that he shares with 30 other people; The $4.00 for the smiley face button
