To end the coal strike of 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt intervened by facilitating negotiations between the United Mine Workers and the mine operators. He was the first president to take a proactive approach in a labor dispute, emphasizing the need for a fair resolution to avoid a national crisis due to coal shortages. His involvement led to a compromise that granted workers a 10% wage increase and reduced working hours, marking a significant moment in labor relations and establishing a precedent for federal involvement in such disputes.
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