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Newspaper

The Labor Argus

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1906

Page

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Private "Guard" Evil in Labor Troubles Seeks to Break Strikes

A sensational Appletoi’s Magazine piece quotes Liwinis Beet, former Beet-Juul Yard chief, arguing private detectives act as a feudal private army in labor disputes. It claims they incite violence, stir mobs, and push for employer goals, undermining public safety and aiding strikes rather than maintaining peace.

Appletoi’s Dtis Liwinis Beet Beet- Juul Yard Tln 1 Mr. Bet America Stiikrivate Marau Seine China England Eiggland Ide

Typo Big Meet Marks 23rd Anniversary Celebration

Charleston Typo graphical Union No 14 held a Saturday Night session celebrating its twenty third sivviversary dating to December 1883. The largest attendance ever, with a busy harmonics session, approved routine business and elected officers including President John R. Foster Vice President Wade H Guthrie Recording Secretary Howard J Secretary Treasurer Alvin Len yer plus Sargeant at Arms Lawrence D White Auditing Committee.

Charleston Typographical Union No John R. Foster Wade H. Guth

Union Leaders Named and Wage Accord Scribed

Joe J Emrick E W England J and Ll AL Praser and others elected to state federation posts with Frank W Snyder as Capitol City Trades Delegate. John W Jarrett appointed historian to trace union history from its founding to prewar times. Executive committee aims to secure wage agreements signed by master units within two years.

Joe J. Emrick E. W. England Ll AL Praser State Federation of Labor Frank W. Snyder Capitol City Trades Assembly J. Li. Meizer Joe J. Emerick Wade H. Guthrie John W. Jarrett Srinit

Presbyterians Attend AFL Labor Convention Spirit of Brotherhood

A special Presbyterian Church spokesman addressed the Minneapolis AFL convention, greeting the gathering of 2100 delegates. The message linked faith and labor urging service over self, noting unprecedented church involvement in organized labor's history.

Minneapolis American Federation of Libor Sebvice Tadininapolis Presbyterian Church Presbyterian Brotherhood Lave Lombsui Ilall Danner Axe Thad Lodianapolis Brotherhood of Labor American Federation of Labor Labor Presbyterian Department of Church and Labor

Injunction Refused Over Mine Air Safety Appeal

District Mine Special Judge Win Warner refused the injunction against Matoake to halt mining operations. The motion claimed insufficient mine ventilation endangered miners. The court rejected the request, leaving operations to continue.

Tuslge Ritz Matoake Win, Warner

Mine Workers election tightens national officer race

Nominations for United Mine Workers of America officers show John Mitchell for President Lewis for Vice President and Wic B. Wilson for Secretary Treasurer. The annual convention is set for Indianapolis Indiana on January 25.

United Mine Workers of America John Mitchell Rs. Lewis Wic. B. Wilson Indianaplis Ind

Welfare Convention at Jamestown Exposition Discussed

The National Civic Federation plans a Welfare Convention at the Jamestown Exposition next year. Prominent members push the effort with support from congress and expo officials. Endorsements come from Bishop Henry O Potter and leaders of the mining, machinist, and locomotive unions. The federation aims to educate on social and industrial progress and promote public opinion and legislation.

National Civic Federation Department of Congress Henry O. Potter New York City James O'Connell International Association of Machinists John Mitchell United Mine Workers of America W. 8. Stonn Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Federation Church Bin National Dd International

Hatters Claim Top Label Hustlers on the Road

The Hatters' union touts a record year with 30,003,000 labels inserted into hats nationwide. The boast underscores the union's claimed leadership in labeling on road tours and in production facilities.

Hatters’ Union

The Working Women and the AFL’s Impact

A detailed overview of how the American Federation of Labor has supported wage earning women, noting improved conditions, the need for broader involvement, and the ongoing work to secure fair wages, hours, and dignity. It emphasizes club women’s role and suggests continued collective action with informed public opinion.

Kbronpebh Celal American Federation of Labor Wo Man Anit Maine Wilenos American Federation of Cibor

Immigration Bill Dominates Winter Congress Agenda

Washington reports say immigration reform tops the calendar this winter session. The bill would curb European and Asian pauper labor, raise admission standards, and trigger a new clash between House and Senate after last session’s bitter debate. Other possible measures include railway hour limits, an anti injunction bill, postal savings banks, and retirement for veteran postal clerks.

Washington Ayere Nan Hibor Europe Asia Clouse Senate

Textile Workers Demand Wage Increase in New England

Textile workers in New England States push for higher wages amid reports of rising dividends and profits among manufacturers. They argue labor should share in the swelling fortunes of recent years and seek clearer evidence of earnings distribution.

New England

Death of A J E Hubbard at Printers' Home

J E B Hubbard, guest of the Printers' Home in Colorado Springs, died there on November 1 at age 41. He was husband of Bertha C Hubbard, editor of the Colorado Springs Labor News, who took over editorial duties after his illness. The Labor News editor's role is praised for its steady leadership during his decline and ensuing death.

J. EB. Hubbard Colorado Springe Wabbard Bertha C. Hubbard Colorado Springs

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Charleston Kanawha Valey Church —Labor Charles Stelzle Humanity Mine Workers The Civic Federation Jamestown the Working Women Eva McDonald Valesh A. J. E Hubbard
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