Immigrant exploitation spurred by unions and labor policy
The Washington citizenship convention under the bureau of naturalization warns that many immigrants are lured, coerced, or exploited by employers and merchants. It argues a national issue in which capitalists profit from immigrant labor, while unions educate foreign workers toward American standards, rights, and liberty through organization and cooperation.
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Washington
Bureau of Naturalization
Department of Labor
United States
Duito
Amerie
Fen Company
Americas
Ameren Laine
Anmwerkcnuteine
Kbor
United States Government Opposes False Efficiency Measures
The American Federation of Labor claims a major victory protecting workers in metal trades against purported scientific management schemes. The text argues these methods would speed up labor and undermine health and morale, citing provisions to safeguard salaries and supervisory pay while restricting monitoring of work.
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United States
American Federation of Labor
Congress Fipor
Tito
Nike
Plu
Biber
Telegraphers Win 8 to 10 Percent Raise in Federal Award
Federal arbitrators raise telegraphers and related workers from 69 dollars a month to 8 to 10 percent higher pay across New York Central and New York Chicago and St. Louis railroads. About 8,200 employees gain vacations with full pay, seven to ten days, and extra Sundays pay. Changes take effect immediately as the dispute ends without appeal.
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Fom S
New York General Railroad
New York
Chiene Nil
St Touts
United States Distrier Court of
Federal Board of Arbitration
Grotherlnad
Iso
Rights and freedoms for individuals and groups
The passage argues that the world holds many Hose who wish to control others and that each person has own rights that others must respect. Recognizing these rights leads to progress and fair enjoyment of freedoms for all. It stresses respecting others to ensure distinct progress.
The Right to Work Supreme Court Decision Debate
Robert M. Folletth argues the Massachusetts Supreme Court ruling that the right to work is property could set a precedent eroding worker rights. He warns that if theft of labor power becomes constitutional, wage earners face virtual slavery and vows resistance nationwide.
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Supreme Court of Massachusetts
Robert Mla Folletth
Wisconsin
John Bogal
Giovasni Pevoeth
Land New Dykes
Larkin
Faye
Lea
Wight
Tany Brates
Massachsetts
Massachusetts
A Agency for Good The Dor Movement Uplifts Mankind
An enthusiastic endorsement celebrates the Dor movement as a persistent force for human uplift. It praises its silent labor, broad influence, and tireless advocacy for temperance education justice and freedom, claiming it as a leading missionary institution guarding rights and providing hope.
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Waler
Give Labor Day Its Full Value
Samuel Gumpers, president of the American Federation of Labor, urges reviving devotion to the Labor Movement and strengthening ties among workers. The piece notes Labor Day observances, calls for renewed dedication, and highlights the movement’s progress and aims for broader solidarity and practical benefits for workers. Street Car Men win wage contract after negotiations, boosting wages over three years.
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Samuel Gumpers
American Federation of Labor
Aml
Labor union memberships by locals and totals
The Carpenters International union has 197 000 members across 957 locals. The Molders International union lists 50 000 members in 957 locals. United Mine Workers of America shows 4 618 members in 2 618 locals. Railway Postal Clerks International union reports 2 731 members. Laundry Workers International union totals 4 900 members. Painters and Decorators International union covers 957 locals with total members around 1 ...
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The
Carpenters’ International Union
Molders’ International Union
United Mine Workers of
Ica
Railway Postal Clerks’ International Union
Laundry Workers’ International Union
Painters and Decorators’ International Union
Higher Wages Promise Better Homes and Health
Higher wages mean doubled income for workers and the home gains an educational force and means to higher living standards. Better houses sanitary conditions and wholesome food follow with improved clothing and satisfaction of natural wants leading to better health and fuller lives.
Labor Forward and Unity in the American Federation
A Gompers inspired call urges organizing wage labor to test ideas openly within the American Federation of Labor. The author stresses fair discussion, broad tolerance, and the chance for new or brighter thoughts as labor movements advance unity and progress.
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American Federation of Labor
Gompers
Carmen win victory right to organize granted in New York street railways
The New York Railways and Third Avenue companies concede workers right to organize after a strike. They pledge no interference by intimidation coercion or discharge and promise to treat with a employee committee on all questions. A formal agreement outlines representation and working conditions to be discussed by employee and company officials by August 0th 1918.
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New York Street Railway
New York Railways Company
Third Avenue Company
Street Railway
New York City
Gompera Defends Eight Hour Day For Railroad Workers
Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, pledges national union backing for an eight hour day for railroad workers and related gains. He accuses railroads of seeking to suppress organization and force compromises that would lower workers' rights. Toronto Plumbers See Wage Increases Under New Scale Beginning July 1 the Toronto Plumbers union raises minimum wages to 47 cents per hour, with further 24 cent rise scheduled.
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Gompera
Sarmuel Gompers
American Federation of Tabor
Colcessiuns
Gompers
Congress
Toronto
Prudential Strike Cripples Company in New York Area
Leaders of the agents strike against Prudential Insurance assert the walkout is widespread in New York City and vicinity, threatening serious crippling impact on the firm.
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Prudential
Prudental Insurance Company
New York City
Labor Briefs Highlight Union Wins and Discharges
Labor brief reports show 4200 packing house workers in Fast St. Louis winning a victory after a strike. Miners in the Wilkesbarre district refuse to work with non union labor. A child born posthumously due to industrial death earns compensation. In Pennsylvania eleven hundred striking street sweepers and teamsters discharged in Pittsburgh for demanding better conditions.
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St. Louis
Wilkesbarre Con
Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh
Jacksons Inauguration Amid Bustle and Elated Crowds
The account covers February 11 when Andrew Jackson reached Washington and stayed at Gadsby’s Inn. He avoided Adams, who left the city March 3, as crowds gathered on Pennsylvania Avenue for the oath on March 4, with civilians, soldiers, and diverse onlookers witnessing the transfer of power. An ode to the era blends social scenes with period detail and brief era notes on science and literature interwoven through the column.
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Jackson
Washington
Gidsby's
Capitol Hill
Pennsylvania Avenue
Gadsby
Lige Twee
Helen Nivilly Hy
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