In a tense showdown at the United Mine Workers of America convention in Ironton, Ohio, on August 11, 1915, delegates rallied behind Chairman Frank P. Walsh, his leadership under fire from senators pushing for his ouster. The mine workers, proud of Walsh’s tireless work on the Industrial Relations Commission, adopted a resolution urging President Wilson to keep him on the board. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the White House, pleading with the president to ignore those seeking Walsh’s removal. But the convention’s morning session was marked by a fiery speech from President Alban, who called for a resolution condemning Senators Moore and Howard for backing the Glasser bill. Alban urged delegates to use their influence to bring about the downfall of the two senators at the next election. The convention recessed until the afternoon, but the battle lines had been drawn. Will President Wilson heed the pleas of the mine workers, or will the pressure from Washington prevail?
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Key Facts
- State: Ohio
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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