New coal troubles loom at Cook Coal Terminal
Coal miners plan a dawn gathering at a Marion truck stop before a motorcade to Metropolis for a peaceful demonstration at the Cook Coal Terminal. Illinois union leaders urge compliance with a restraining order limiting pickets to seven per entrance while warning of potential trouble on a workday amid past violence at the site.
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Miners accuse Behnken Trucking of hurting coal strike
In New Athens Illinois miners from three coal companies accuse Behnken Trucking Service of moving coal during the national 160000 strong UMW strike. They say continued hauling hampers bargaining and leaves them hungry while Behnken offices are pelted with rocks. A UMW spokesman notes miners are disgruntled over the shipments.
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Miller says miners may strike six months
United Mine Workers President Arnold Miller warned a six month walkout could occur if talks fail with the Bituminous Coal Operators Association. He said miners are prepared to endure hardship and accused operators of pressuring workers back to work with unsatisfactory terms.
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