Casefile 16-32. Section 4, 1914-1917
Scope and Contents
November 19, 1914- October 16, 1917. 334pp. Subjects: Civil Lawsuit against UMWA for damages; UMWA District 21 circular letter regarding lockout; contempt proceedings against UMWA District 21 president and members; use of federal troops to restore order; employment of special assistant; mob violence and intimidation; U.S. Marshal deployment of deputies guarding mine property; grand jury investigations; conflict between special assistant and U.S. Attorney; DOJ press relations; closed shop versus open shop issues; dispute between Bache Denman Coal Company and Southwestern Coal Operators Association; UMWA District 21 contract negotiation. Begins at 0421.
Dates
- 1914-1917
Language of Materials
Collection material in English
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Extent
2.22 cubic feet
Repository Details
Part of the Kheel Center for Labor-Management Documentation & Archives Repository
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