1902 ANTHRACITE COAL STRIKE
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A PA Historical marker on Pa.St.Rt.54(Center St) and Union Sts. on the south sidewalk in the boro of Shenandoah, PA
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Waymark Code: WME2E
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 06/01/2006
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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.
Marker Name: 1902 ANTHRACITE COAL STRIKE
County: Schuylkill
Date Dedicated: 10/25/2002
Marker Type: Roadside
Location: Center & Union Sts. Shenandoah,Pa.
Category: Labor,Business,& Industry
Website: Not listed
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