Tony Boyle infuriated miners with his comments to news media about the Farmington mine disaster
Union official William Anthony "Tony" Boyle (December 1, 1901 - May 31, 1985) was born in Montana. He went to work in the mines as a youth and soon became a labor activist. In 1940, he became president of United Mine Workers District 27 in Montana...
The editors packed 2,200 articles into the original edition of the West Virginia Encyclopedia book, representing the work of nearly 600 writers. Get your copy today!
When you donate, you help to provide concise, authoritative information about West Virginia to Internet users around the world.
An unparalleled saga that reveals the enduring strength and courage of a people who've faced some of America's greatest challenges.