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Smilin' Sid Hatfield

Founding Father of American Overtime

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  • 164 pages
  • 6 hours of reading

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Set in the Southern West Virginia coal fields of the 1920s, this narrative explores the life of Sid Hatfield, who transitions from a coal miner to the Chief of Police in Matewan. The story delves into lesser-known American history, highlighting the impact of Hatfield's actions on labor conditions and workers' rights. His journey culminates in his murder on August 1, 1921, underscoring the significant influence one individual can have on the broader struggle for justice and better working conditions in America.

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Smilin' Sid Hatfield, Richard Beckett

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2021
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