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May 1, 1930: Labor Leader Mother Jones Celebrates 100th Birthday

On May 1, 1930, labor leader “Mother” Jones celebrated her 100th birthday at a party in Maryland. The firebrand did what she did best: ruffle feathers. On…

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February 13, 1913: Mother Jones Arrested in Charleston

On February 13, 1913, labor leader Mary Harris “Mother” Jones was arrested in Charleston for agitating striking miners during the deadly Paint Creek-Cabin…

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Sept. 15, 1875 - Governor Henry Hatfield Born Near Matewan

Governor Henry Hatfield was born near Matewan on September 15, 1875. While his Hatfield relatives were fighting their famous feud against the McCoys,…

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May 1, 1930: Labor Leader Mother Jones Celebrates 100th Birthday

On May 1, 1930, labor leader “Mother” Jones celebrated her 100th birthday at a party in Maryland. The firebrand did what she did best: ruffle feathers. On…

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