Allison, Archibald, 1855-1926.
Born in Scotland, ca.1855. Traveled to Sarawak, Malaysia in 1882 where he worked for the Central Borneo Mining Company. Allison was sued for defamation as a result of pamphlets he wrote about mining conditions and company corruption (1898). Came to the U.S. ca. 1903-1904. Moved to Colo. and worked in the Robinson Mine in Walsenberg. Active in the United Mine Workers. Died in Walsenburg, October 28, 1926.
From the description of Archibald Allison papers, 1882-1931 [manuscript]. (Denver Public Library). WorldCat record id: 51763035
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| creatorOf | Archibald Allison papers, 1882-1931 [manuscript]. | Denver Public Library, Central Library |
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Birth 1855
Death 1926
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