A City Moves (Hibbing, MN)

You’ve heard of earthquakes 

and landslides, but have you seen 
the effects of a mining company? 

in northern Minnesota 1919
188 buildings, businesses, and houses 
were relocated 

2 miles and then some 
from their previous locations
all because of political affiliations 

New sewer, water, and electricity 
loaded with manpower and steam 
touted down new streets 

When what is underneath you 
is more valuable than above 
people make choices for the families that they love

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