Thomas Lewis (unionist)
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Thomas L. Lewis (1866 – May 1, 1939) was a miner and president of the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) from 1907 to 1911.
Quick Facts 6th President of the United Mine Workers, Preceded by ...
Thomas Lewis | |
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6th President of the United Mine Workers | |
In office 1908–1910 | |
Preceded by | John Mitchell |
Succeeded by | John P. White |
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Born | 1866 Locust Gap, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | (1939-05-31)May 31, 1939 (age 73) Charleston, West Virginia, U.S. |
Occupation | Miner; Labor leader; Business executive |
Known for | President, United Mine Workers of America |
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