Secretaries Urged to Respond for August Argus Offer
Local union secretaries are urged to write The Argus to receive a special August offer. Do not delay and write today to help move the movement along.
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Newspaper
The Labor Argus
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1907
Page
2
Local union secretaries are urged to write The Argus to receive a special August offer. Do not delay and write today to help move the movement along.
A reflective piece defining trade unions as pragmatic democratic forces. It argues unions balance employer and worker relationships without radical social upheaval, stressing self-help, property rights, and orderly reform to sustain civilization and productivity. It emphasizes fairness, two sided labor relations, and mutual responsibilities.
The statement asserts that while a buyer of labor possesses no property rights over the workers, he bears a moral obligation to treat laborers justly and ethically in dealings and compensation.
An exhortation against shaming workers who seek union made foods. The article argues the union label signals fitness and honesty, defending unionists amid consumer hesitation. It stresses buying labeled goods supports fair wages, better conditions, and honest trade.
The article discusses legal actions aimed at stopping union strikes, citing contempt of court cases and government orders. It mentions districts, judges, and districts resisting strike activities while noting unions’ efforts and public reactions amid ongoing labor disputes.
The paper lauds the new union among street car workers praising their calm, conservative start and commitment to true trades-union principles. It expects no strike and anticipates fair treatment from company officials, stressing a square deal and public spirited conduct as essential to joint success.
A garbled notice critiques delinquent subscribers and laments missed payments while praising trade unions. It discusses misunderstandings about unions, calls for broader newspaper coverage of union aims, and questions who controls wealth and power. The text also mocks sensational astronomy claims and urges payment before penalties.
Notice to take depositions for a Chancery case in the Circuit Court of Kanawha County West Virginia between Robert Lolis plaintiff and Margaret Flood defendant. Sealed at Gog's Kana Whi Street Charleston Kanawha WV. Deposition times span Sept 9 to 4 o'clock PM. readings to be continued at same place until completed. Robert Frat seal.
Notice to take depositions before Netter, Sol, at 4 West Kanawha Street, Charleston WV, for a suit in Kanawha County West Virginia with plaintiff Nutter versus Julia V Defomlant. Depositions continue if not completed on the day, resuming on the same terms until finished. The Argus notes about subscriptions and a free book offer.
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