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Lords Intervene in Staffordshire Colliers Strike
The Staffordshire coal strike, sparked by a wage cut from 5s to 4s 6d, triggers mediation attempts by Lord Leigh. After deputations meet in Birmingham and Dudley, the workers agree to a two week hold, then a month extension, while Lord Leigh urges masters to restore old pay. He provokes leaders, offers money to persuade, and argues for legal economic principles over emotions, urging cooperation rather than strikes for worker advancement.
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