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The Knights of Labor in Arkansas: A Research Note.

Authors :
HILD, MATTHEW
Source :
Arkansas Historical Quarterly. Spring2020, Vol. 79 Issue 1, p59-63. 5p.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

The article discusses the activities of the secret organization Noble and Holy Order of the Knights of Labor in Arkansas in late 19th century. Also cited are the members in the state like railroad workers, sharecroppers, and miners, the Great Southwest Railroad Strike in Arkansas, the collaboration by the organization with Agricultural Wheel, and the participation of the Knights of Labor in Arkansas' politics.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00041823
Volume :
79
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Arkansas Historical Quarterly
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
144516751