John Owens collection, 1937-1973.

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John Owens collection, 1937-1973.

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Organized into 13 series, with the largest portion of the collection comprising correspondence while Owens was still president of UMWA district no. 6. Also included are many papers and reports pertaining to the UMWA. Also included are over 200 photographs.

13 boxes (18.5 linear ft.) ; 26 x 31 x 13 cm.

Ohio University, Alden Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7241709

Ohio University, Alden Library

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Owens, John, 1890-1984.

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Miner and UMWA officer. Born in Wales in 1890 and immigrated to Athens County at age 2. Began working in the mines at age 10, and lost a leg in an accident at age 15, but continued to mine. Began organizational career with the United Mine Workers of America and held numerous positions with that organization until his retirement in 1972. Died 1984 in Cambridge, Ohio. From the description of John Owens collection, 1937-1973. (Ohio University). WorldCat record i...

United mine workers of America

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