John Phillip White | |
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7th President of the United Mine Workers | |
In office 1911–1917 | |
Preceded by | Thomas Lewis |
Succeeded by | Frank Hayes |
Personal details | |
Born | Coal Valley, Illinois | February 28, 1870
Died | September 21, 1934 Des Moines, Iowa | (aged 64)
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Miner; Labor leader; Civil servant |
Known for | President, United Mine Workers of America |
John Phillip White (February 28, 1870 – September 21, 1934) was a miner and president of the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) from 1911 to 1917.