Article content Gigantic whoops of joy were heard from the Hollinger Mine when it was announced that labour relations were taking a turn for the good, and that underground miners could expect a “new and improved” minimum wage of $4 a day. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser. Everyone gets a slice after miners negotiated wage increase in 1917 Back to video The Hollinger claimed its biggest need was for muckers and that at a minimum of four bucks a day, the positions would quickly be filled. Other mines in the area like the Dome and the McIntyre negotiated 50-cent increases with their workers while still other employers like the Porcupine Crown and the V.N.T. were still in talks.