Irish History in Pennsylvania’s Coal Region | St. Patrick’s Day

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Molly Maguires meeting in Schuylkill County, PA in 1870s

Discover the fascinating stories of Irish immigrants in Pennsylvania’s Coal Region - tales of resilience, labor struggles, and cultural traditions that shaped a community. From St. Patrick’s Day parades to the Molly Maguire trials, explore the rich history behind the green. Don’t miss these captivating stories. Find all the stories.

Visiting John Siney’s grave with labor leader Terence Powderly

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John Siney's grave and Terence Powderly

The grave of Schuylkill County labor leader John Siney in St. Clair became a place of reflection for labor leaders in the decades following the Irish immigrant's death in 1880. This article explores how Coal Region labor leader Terence Powderly visited and reflected on leadership and the workingman at Siney's graveside.