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New Generation of Miners Challenges West Virginia Coal Union
In Charleston West Virginia a new breed of young miners ages 20s to 30s gains power within the United Mine Workers. Cecil E. Roberts 30 leads District 17 with 25 000 members and backs education military service and combat experience. He argues the union must adapt to nonunion and surface mine threats while acknowledging wildcat strikes over medical benefits.
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James F. Clarity
N.Y. Times News
Charleston
W. VA
Appalachian
Arnold R. Miller
West Virginia
Cecil E. Roberts
District 17
Roberts
Cabin Creek
Vietnam
UAW
John L. Lewis
United States
Kanawha River
Bill Blizzard
Blair Hill