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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.
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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.
Everyone gets a slice after miners negotiated wage increase in 1917
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Everyone gets a slice after miners negotiated wage increase in 1917
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