He was an influential figure for Samuel Gompers , who he took under his wing and mentored .
He was the secretary of the Scandinavian branch of the International Workingmen 's Association and was also involved in union activities in New York City .
secretary was an influential figure for Samuel Gompers , who secretary took under secretary 's wing and mentored .
He was the secretary of the Scandinavian branch of the International Workingmen 's Association and was also involved in union activities in New York City .