Scope and Contents ILLINOIS COAL: THE LEGACY OF AN INDUSTRIAL SOCIETY Mabie discusses his father's work as a coal miner and organizer for the Progressive Miners of America. He also discusses the mine wars and his role in them, Springfield mines, the Progressives' hatred of the United Mine Workers and police authorities, the National Labor Relations Board and the assassination of his father and friends. Also mentions family life after his father's death, his mother's role, his siblings, and his education. ...