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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1994
Page
11
The article recounts Labor Day's origins over a century ago with workers seeking rights and recognition. It notes the 1882 New York City celebration drawing about 10,000 participants from unions, followed by a large picnic concert and speeches. Some dispute who proposed the idea, with two men credited in the labor movement.
The debate centers on whether Peter J. McGuire or Matthew Maguire founded Labor Day. McGuire led carpenters and helped found the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners. Cleveland later signed a 1894 law declaring the first Monday in September a national holiday.
The piece describes Labor Day as the final summer splash with families enjoying picnics trips to the beach parades fireworks and concerts. It notes workers taking the day off while communities honor labor with festive events and festivities.
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