The leader of the United Mine Workers of America addressed the miners of the Coal Region on May 10, 1902.
“147,000 ordered to strike” – The beginning of the 1902 anthracite coal strike

The leader of the United Mine Workers of America addressed the miners of the Coal Region on May 10, 1902.
Susan Evelyn Dickinson became a powerful writer and commentator on social issues and events in the Coal Region in the 19th century.
"Anthracite rallies" encouraged miners to produce more coal to help the American war effort in 1942.
Dr. Daniel E. Berney was severely wounded while evacuating wounded soldiers during the First World War.
"Three hundred miles of funeral processions, and the tears and groans that accompany these sad partings."