Historical marker, 1902 Anthracite Coal Strike (Schuylkill County)
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Historical marker, 1902 Anthracite Coal Strike (Schuylkill County)
Subject
Anthracite Coal Strike, Pa., 1902
Description
1902 ANTHRACITE COAL STRIKE
In May 1902, 150,000 mine workers stuck for six months for higher wages,union recognition,shorter hours,and other demands. A July 30th riot of 5,000 strikers in Shenandoah led to its occupation of the Pa. National Guard and influenced President Theodore Roosevelt to set up the Anthracite Coal Strike commission. Some worker demands were granted. the strike introduced an impartial federal role in labor disputes.
In May 1902, 150,000 mine workers stuck for six months for higher wages,union recognition,shorter hours,and other demands. A July 30th riot of 5,000 strikers in Shenandoah led to its occupation of the Pa. National Guard and influenced President Theodore Roosevelt to set up the Anthracite Coal Strike commission. Some worker demands were granted. the strike introduced an impartial federal role in labor disputes.
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http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WME2E_1902_ANTHRACITE_COAL_STRIKE
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waymarking.com
Date
2006
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http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WME2E_1902_ANTHRACITE_COAL_STRIKE
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“Historical marker, 1902 Anthracite Coal Strike (Schuylkill County),” Anthracite Coal Region of Northeastern Pennsylvania, accessed November 16, 2024, http://gamma.library.temple.edu/anthracitecoalregion/items/show/207.
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