Thurber, Texas, is located in northwest Erath County. It was the site of coal mining operations coupled with labor troubles from its beginning in 1886. By 1903 all unskilled workers in Thurber were unionized, making it the only 100 percent unionized town in the nation. The mines ceased operation in 1921 due to the discovery of oil. The town was virtually abandoned in 1933 when its sole industry, a brick making plant, ceased to operate. Collection includes black and white photographs (original and copy prints). Images include town scenes, commercial establishments, homes, mines and miners, the brick plant, fires, Fourth of July parades, and meetings.
Finding aid available here. Materials provided by Special Collections and Archives at the University of Texas at Arlington.
Finding aid available here. Materials provided by Special Collections and Archives at the University of Texas at Arlington.
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