Constitution and By-laws of the Western Federation of Miners, Adopted at Butte City, Mont., May 19, 1893, Amended at Salt Lake City, Utah, 1894; Amended at Denver, Colorado, 1895; Amended at Denver, C

This historical document contains the 'Constitution and By-laws of the Western Federation of Miners,' adopted in 1893 and subsequently amended in 1894, 1895, and 1896. It offers invaluable insights into the organizational structure, principles, and objectives of one of the most influential labor unions in the American West during a period of intense industrial conflict. The Western Federation of Miners played a pivotal role in advocating for the rights and safety of mine workers. This document sheds light on the internal governance of the union and its strategies for addressing the challenges faced by its members in the late 19th century. Researchers and historians interested in labor history, the mining industry, and the development of labor movements in the United States will find this a crucial primary source for understanding the complexities of worker organization and activism during this formative era. The text provides a direct window into the values, goals, and operational framework of a union deeply involved in shaping the landscape of labor relations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.