Protest on Child Labor Law Sparks City Debate
In Lawrence a large meeting drew many opponents to repeal the child labor act with Mayor Scanlon arguing the law harms families and urging a physical or eight hour standard. Speakers claimed the act creates hardship, with some noting mills already ignore limits while others defend the law’s protection of education.
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City Hall debate on mill child labor repeal sparks contention
Speakers clashed over repealing a mill child labor bill. Proponents like Richard Barnes and Albert Warner urged repeal while opponents argued against extending work for youths. Ernest Laycock claimed 16 is too young and cited mill work across the Atlantic states. Mrs. Bennett described economic hardship from a 14 year old’s dismissal. Duncan Wood noted Ark Wright Club support.
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Massachusetts Child Labor Committee Clarifies Enactment
The Massachusetts Child Labor Committee explains that the eight hour workday for children aged 14 to 16 was not rushed. They trace the uniform laws effort from 1909 through 1913 and note extensive public hearings, newspaper publicity, and broad legislative debate prior to signing.
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Massachusetts Action Cuts Child Labor Hours to Eight
Massachusetts leaders press for 8 hour day for youths 14 to 16 amid reform push. They cite improved wages for mill families and shifts of under 16 workers to older, safer roles, while detailing lived abuses from New Bedford mills and parent pressures.
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