Freight brakemen wages and overtime raise toil in 19th century rail industry
The Labor Board exposes the low wages of freight brakemen, with overtime pushing earnings toward $2,400 a year only after 452 eight hour days. It notes disparity among service classes and concludes wages are insufficient to cover living costs, urging scrutiny of carriers and employers.
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