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Wage talks falter as mine workers press for raise
Sept 4 reports from Wilkes Barre indicate United Mine Workers warn of a potential general strike if operators refuse to reopen wage talks. Telegrams to President Wilson and Secretary Wilson demand higher pay and a quicker arbitration review. Workers say the industry losses and sacrifices amount to nearly 200,000 in wages daily.
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