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Newspaper
The Labor Argus
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
3
Be ait local news notes an annual election of collivers and a call for all delegates to attend. The text mentions a lively session, misinformed dates, and aims to advance the local movement by moving the Assembly to a higher lane with help from the guards opposition.
The Painters' Annual Local session and banquet was held Friday evening with full membership present. Semple was acknowledged as the most successful staffer, new officers were installed, and the foundation for further success was laid.
The recent late week talks led by our union to secure the eight hour agreement have ended in a favorable result. A Monday assembly saw full attendance and the body handled important business. Delegates to the Trades Assembly must attend next Monday’s meeting to coordinate continued support.
The Bartenders Union and Mendel's Place on Capitol Street settled a long-standing dispute. Mendel's now shows the union card and both sides are praised for the accord. The piece notes few non-union bars remain and cautions union supporters about backing those venues.
The ARGUS reports a well attended meeting of carpenters with lively discussion on key subjects. New officers were installed amid cheers and optimism for a prosperous year 1908. The article urges continued activity and unity to face opposing forces.
A December issue essay by E T Myrick calls on union members to unite and act for better conditions. The piece warns against complacency and urges courage, immediate action, and loyalty to the cause over personal benefits, urging members to withdraw from inertia and paddle forward.
Readers demand transparency on the telephone franchise as council votes spark urgent calls for candor. The letter campaign names voting officials and urges equal rights safeguards to resist corporate control, warning of a century of public interest at stake and urging open positions from leaders.
Citizens demand accountability as Board of Affairs and auditors weigh a Charleston Home Telephone Company dispute. The call to public action targets the Board and Adjunct officials, stressing unity and the need to use influence to press for fair handling amid controversial proceedings.
Celebrated Econ Sto gies promoted as a hone hand and union made product. Union men plan a Sto gie Makers local union soon. Subscribers missing issues or changing address should notify us to correct delivery. Start the New Year by subscribing to The Argus the local voice of organized labor.
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