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Newspaper
The Labor Argus
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
2
A socialist column invites readers to submit brief original articles on socialism for the Hits department. The piece notes that the writer's name should accompany all manuscripts as a guarantee of good faith and quality.
A fragmented critique compares Carnegie's gospel of wealth to a paternalistic plan that hoards luxuries for a few while denying true reform. It argues the proposal would merely preserve privileges and fail to empower workers, citing slavery era contrasts and personal recollections of labor and freedom.
Charleston socialist group convenes at Bly Hall on Istandl Sit Phursdg to discuss local issues and community organizing, inviting members to participate in upcoming events and planning sessions.
Dropping the cause, the piece praises union cooperation during the strike. It notes the union stood firm, then united in action, turning a few into many. The article lauds the strike as a justified last resort and emphasizes solidarity over force, urging recognition of union principles. It condemns demands for arbitration and highlights collective effort.
Fragments state that such employer shall be restrained or curtailed and liable for damages including punitive damages up to 5000 dollars as determined by a jury. The bill was reported back seated in the Senate favorably by the committee but deemed not complete.
The Circuit Court of Kanata County issues an order of publication for Blanche Wyate versus Alexander Wyatt. The suit seeks a divorce and division of lands. Notices require publishing on specified dates, with deposition readings and ongoing court actions referenced by Clerk T.G. Nutter. The Labor Argus supports the union cause in this West Virginia section.
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