MAY 12, 1902, IN LABOR HISTORY: THEODORE ROOSEVELT GETS INVOLVED IN A COAL MINER STRIKE
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✍️ In 1902, coal miners in Pennsylvania went on strike, which led to President Theodore Roosevelt intervening as a neutral arbitrator, marking the first time a president had done so in a labor dispute.
👉 Coal miners in Pennsylvania went on strike in 1902 👉 The strike lasted for months and affected urban Americans' heating supplies 👉 President Theodore Roosevelt intervened as a neutral arbitrator 👉 The strike led to a 10% wage increase and a reduction in hours worked per day 👉 The strike marked a turning point in the relationship between the government and labor unions
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