United Mine Workers of America v. Miller

McGRAW, Justice:

This is an original proceeding in mandamus. The petitioners are the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA), a voluntary association and international union representing mine workers throughout West Virginia, and David E. Ward, an authorized representative of miners employed at the Harewood mine in Payette County, operated by Armco, Incorporated. Petitioner Ward is also a safety committeeman and president of local 7113 of the UMWA. The respondents are Walter Miller, Director of the West Virginia Department of Mines, and James K. Walker, an inspector for the West Virginia…