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Newspaper
The Labor Argus
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
4
Fragmentary text appears to critique labor union influence and political rhetoric. Mentions intelligent ministers, opportunities before elections, and notes about paid union cards. The legible portions suggest a pamphlet style urging careful scrutiny of labor and political actors.
The text stresses the need for energy, intelligence, and persistent focus to advance interests and achieve better organization of the working era. It highlights centering efforts to more thoroughly perfect and progress the cause within Ohio.
The piece argues that during elections, employers threaten wage cuts and half time work to sway workers, causing plant closures to influence voting. It claims these tactics are political, not economic, and urge workers to resist by voting against those who oppress them. The text cites widespread actions by bosses to depress conditions to shift ballots.
The Labor Argus invites local unions to submit news of interest and labor notices. Secretaries of locals may assist by providing copies to the office by Tuesday each week. All copy should be written on one side of the page.
Early in the morning searchers recovered the body of a boy about 11 from Mine No 6. The report recalls grim scenes of child labor and peril in the coal fields, noting the dangers faced by young workers and the harsh conditions described by witnesses.
Disjointed, sarcastic text references Cannon and labor issues, congressional records, and political resistance. Mentions activists, representatives, and a tangle of names and places in a heated, unclear critique of labor interests and opposition.
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