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Revisiting one of the biggest labor disputes in American history, right here in Arizona

The Buzz

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Mining Boom and Labor Struggles in Jerome

This chapter explores the historical context of a significant building in Jerome, tied to the mining industry and Rawhide Jimmy Douglas. It examines the challenges faced by miners during the copper boom of World War I, including low wages, hazardous working conditions, and their fight for better living standards.

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