Labor Day origins and rise of the Knights of Labor
A historical overview of Labor Day origins starting with the Knights of Labor in 1882 83 and 84, the march in New York, state and federal approvals, and its survival while the Knights faded. It notes the spread to Canada and Australia and the secretive beginnings and growth to 700 000 members before decline.
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District of Columbia
Canada
Ontario
Nova Scotia
New Brunswick
Manitoba
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Yukon Territory
Australia
Knights of Labor
Poverty Reform Push Threatens Welfare System
A sociologist notes that millions may seek guaranteed annual income of 3000 to 5000 dollars from the federal government. City drives recruit the poor to retire on welfare, risking a crisis as 16 million people could be affected and political changes may follow.
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Great Society
Washington
Pigeons and Bed Bugs Cast In Cold War Hoax Tale
A Chicago Tribune item recalls rumors that the Pentagon used pigeons to interpret Viet Cong photos and bed bugs as alarms at Aberdeen proving grounds. The piece notes the story resurfaces every few years and attributes skepticism to veterans and officials.
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Pentagon
Air Force
Viet Nam
Aberdeen
MD., Proving Grounds
Lesson From The Fall Of The New York Herald Tribune
The piece argues the Trib died not only from a strike but from a climate allowing unions to silence the press. It rails against liberalism and big unions, urging conservatives to defend free enterprise and oppose state and union overreach to keep a conservative voice on New York streets.
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New York
United States
New York Herald Tribune
TRIG
New York State
Barry Goldwater
John Lindsay
Rie City
Lindsay
New York City
Trib
The
Tribune
the Tribune
University of Florida studies underachievers in self discovery
A University of Florida education project directed by Dr. William W. Purkey explores helping high school students who show potential yet underperform. The program uses self discovery and independent study with no grades or time limits to build confidence, social skills, perseverance, and life philosophy.
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University of Florida
College of Education
William W. Purkey
Purkey
Dr. Purkey
South Venice residents debate road mill rates and plan
A South Venice reader urges the Road Board to set road millage within the legal 10 to 50 mills, arguing a revised 100 percent appraisal and proposed plan would fund roads, a bridge, parking near the beach, and a north beach road. The letter cites long-term gains and compares costs for lot owners versus homeowners, noting potential future development and lower county taxes. It references a separate government report on guaranteed annual programs and ends with a note on a mature apple tree evaporating 100 gallons of water daily.
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South Venice
Manasota Beach
N. B. Sackett
Unionism Banned in Communist Countries Cited in Labor Day Note
A 1926 New York Tribune labor rate of 54 cents per hour is cited to praise American capitalism and condemn communism. The writer, Duncan Chevrolet, extends a Labor Day greeting from U S 41 at Englewood Road, with contact number 488 3067.
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New York Tribune
America
Duncan Chevrolet
U. S
Englewood Road
Giant pandas struggle in captivity despite gentle appearance
A report notes giant pandas fail to thrive when kept in captivity, highlighting difficulties in breeding and health. The observation contrasts their placid demeanor with survival challenges in zoos and research facilities.
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Oregon
New Jersey
Colorado
Congress
Philadelphia
Chicago Tribune
the Gondolier
Venice
Fla
Operanion
Associated Press
Florida Press Association
Two USA
Lionard R. Locey
Sam Dildo
Peachie Edge
Courtney Willis
John Hall
Womans Editor
Florida Ress Service
Gainesville
American Newspaper Representatives
Atlanta
Detroit
Mich
South Sarasota County
Committee of 100
South County
West
Venice Avenue
Florida
Thurman
U of F
Florida Council For the Blind
Tallahassee
Government Printing Office
Washington, D. C
Advisory Council On Public Affairs
Jack Duncan
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