[1] As the head of a well-known milling enterprise, Miner's prominence led to a high-profile role with the Millers' National Federation, of which he served as a director and an officer.

[1] In May 1895, Miner returned to military service as the Pennsylvania National Guard's general inspector of rifle practice with the rank of colonel.

[1] During the Spanish–American War, Miner was called to active duty and assigned to provide training and evaluation in rifle marksmanship for Pennsylvania National Guard soldiers who had volunteered for service in Cuba.

[1] In October 1907, Miner commanded the regiment when it provided the escort for the governor during his review of the Pennsylvania Day exhibits at the Jamestown Exposition.

[6] During the battle, one of Miner's batteries was providing direct support to an advancing Infantry unit and was required to move to a new position after receiving German counterbattery fire.

[6] Despite his wounds, Miner continued to direct his troops until he lost consciousness, after which several soldiers carried him to the rear area for medical aid rather than waiting for an ambulance, an action that was later credited with saving his life by ensuring he received immediate treatment.

[6] After returning to the United States, Miner was promoted to brigadier general as commander of the Pennsylvania National Guard's 53rd Field Artillery Brigade.

His Distinguished Service Cross citation reads:[8] For extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Commanding Officer, 109th Field Artillery, 28th Division, A.E.F., at Apremont, France, 4 October 1918.

One of the batteries of the regiment commanded by this officer, assigned to an advanced position in direct support of an infantry attack, was heavily shelled by the enemy while it was going into action.

Colonel Miner served with notable success as Commanding Officer of the 109th Field Artillery, 28th Division, giving proof of high qualities of leadership.

Inspiring his men by his self-sacrificing devotion to duty he maintained a creditable standard of efficiency in his regiment and constantly furnished the most effective artillery support to the attacking Infantry.Service: Army Rank: Colonel Division: 28th Division, American Expeditionary Forces General Orders: War Department, General Orders No.