Groh, August (1898-1987): Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tape et al
Identifier: O-G894
Scope and Contents
ILLINOIS COAL: THE LEGACY OF AN INDUSTRIAL SOCIETY
Groh, immigrant from Austria-Hungary, discusses his work in the coal mines near Pawnee, Illinois, mine wars between the United Mine Workers and the Progressive Miners of America, coal mine operations, and his contribution to the construction of the Number Ten slope mine in Pawnee. Also discusses his education and training in electrical engineering, living and working conditions for miners, and the role of women in the mine wars.
1 tape, 82 mins., 31 pp.
Interview by Kevin Corley, 1985
OPEN
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Creator
- Groh, August (Person)
Extent
3.00 items
Language of Materials
English
Creator
- Groh, August (Person)
- Corley, Kevin (Person)
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Repository Details
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Archives/Special Collections LIB 144
One University Plaza, MS BRK 140
Springfield IL 62703-5407 US
217-206-6520
archives@uis.libanswers.com