1946 Press Photo UMW chief JL Lewis signs new work contract with Pres. Truman

With President Truman (left) looking on, United Mine Workers chief John L. Lewis puts his signature to a new work contract under which he will order his men back to their jobs. Center is Secretary of Interior Julius A. Krug, administrator of the government-seized soft coal mines, who announced the contract agreement.

Photo is dated 1946.

Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches.