Life of Elbert H Gary A Story of Steel Author:Ida M. Tarbell 1926. This work is the biographical account of Elbert H. Gary, lawyer and businessman. Gary was a judge and president of Federal Steel Company, as well as being instrumental in organizing the United States Steel Corporation. He was known for improving workers' wages and conditions, however his opposition to unions lead to the steel strike of 191... more »9-1920. Gary, Indiana was named for him. Profusely illustrated.« less