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John Mitchell, 1870-1919
Spring Valley,
IL ,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
41° 19' 14.099988",
-89° 11' 58.499988"
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Illinois State Historical Marker |
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Pioneer resident of Spring Valley. Achieved national prominence in the settlement of the Pennsylvania anthracite miners strike in 1902 with the cooperation of President Theodore Roosevelt. President of the United Mine Workers, 1889-1908. Author of two widely-read books on union recognition. Often acclaimed as an enlightened and fair minded labor leader.
Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00 |
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John Mitchell, 1870-1919 Historical Marker Location Map, Spring Valley, Illinois Map
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