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Newspaper
The Labor Argus
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
1
A heavily opinionated critique argues that open shop policies inflict long hours and starvation wages on workers, destroying organized labor. It contends union shop advocates confuse measures with methods, defends binding contracts, and cites Governor Gooding and Pinkerton actions as examples of anti labor aggression.
A fragment notes growing tension among Idaho state officials with several episodes of dispute and contention mentioned in the report. The text references ongoing frictions and potential conflicts among administrative leaders.
The Labor Argus argues for a mutual stake between workers and factory owners in the production system. It asserts workers contribute value beyond wages and taxes, and calls for a square deal, shared investment, and collective effort to prevent strikes, fires, floods, and pestilence, framing labor and capital as interdependent.
A critical call to end the unorganized coal fields guard system in West Virginia. The piece condemns private guards as lawless, links child labor violations at Model Monongah, and urges legislators to pass a bill holding employers liable for guards actions. It contrasts with Colorado and warns of wage conditions if reforms fail. It notes the bill proposes damages up to 5000 dollars for injuries caused by any private guards or police employed by employers.
The La Crosse Labor Journal denounces WV statutes prohibiting mine employments of children under fourteen. It reports dozens of boys found dead at Morougal mine and accuses employers of deliberate murder, predicting punishment under the law.
The Curtain Falls recounts George A Pettibone being found not guilty of complicity in the murder of ex Governor Stounenberg and notes his two years in prison as a moral martyrdom. It condemns mine owners and Pinkerton guards, calls for restitution, and urges political action to install Pettibone as governor if possible, while praising his steadfast innocence and the broader working class struggle.
The first Oklahoma legislature in session faces criticism from editor J Hary Heh who accuses reports by the Associated Press of misquoting and misrepresenting the labor driven movement. He cites bias against what he calls the lofty aims of union men and warns that fair coverage is needed to avoid prejudice against reform efforts.
Official circular issued from District Headquarters Charleston West Virginia January 15 1903 lists candidate names for Local Union officers in District 17 United Mine Workers of America Green b esecretary Mor Charleston explains election procedures and deadlines February 25 1908 and provides nominees for President Vice President Secretary-Treasurer Auditing and Credential Committee Tellers and National Executive Board Member with Local Secretaries urged to notify members and post notices ahead of vote April 1 1905 term start
The Carpenters Union moves from Assembly Hall to Odd Fellows Hall and will hold Friday evening meetings starting tomorrow. A full attendance is requested as important business will be conducted.
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