Attacks on Gompers bear on unionism and politics
The piece denounces two congressmen Wharton and Littlefield for denigrating Samuel Gompers and attacking labor, labeling them cowards. It urges loyalty to labor causes, defends union leaders, and accuses opponents of demagoguery and bias while praising reformers in the Fourth and Second Districts.
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Samuel Crownpers
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Panama
Wharton
Wight Howe
Woo Osuna
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Neefett
Ethel
Packingtown
Hexas
Medermoth
Whatrton
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Mr. Warhairton
Harles Littlefield
Gomper
Dexse Jamon
Gompers
Ress
Washington, D. C
Representa
Litthfields
American Federation of Labor
Mr. Littlefield
House of Representatives
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Littlefield
Congress
Litlefield
Samuel Gompers Reflects on Labor Campaign Effects
In the February Federationist Gompers argues the Labor movement has improved congressional judgment and worker solidarity. He asserts workers will stay true, united, and diligent in pursuing fair conditions and humane conduct as the movement matures.
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Congress
Samuel Gompers
Times Have Changed and Opie Reed’s Newspaper Rule
The Times Have Changed notes Opie Reed once traveled until funds ran out then restarted a newspaper. Now, with many papers suspending publication, the old rule seems reversed as publishers race to stay afloat, contrasting past frugality with current fragility of print media.
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Opie Reed
Opie
Mitchell to Speak in Huntington and Montgomery
An obscure transcription notes Mr. Mitchell scheduled to speak at Huntington on February 18 and at Montgomery at 7 o clock on February 19. It references Kinawha coal and mining workers and hints at West Virginia establishing organization beyond an old yoke.
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Huntington
West Virginia
Mr. Mitchell
James J. Miskell
Indianapolis
Amor Us
Montgomery
Wis
Fen. Davis
West Virginu
Brooklyn Times Embraces Union Labor At Pyro Graphic View
The Brooklyn Times announces a shift to employing only members at Pyro Graphic View No. in its composing room and editorial in response to protective measures. The paper asserts offices have grown closer and adopted union standards, denying links to sweatshop practices and stressing trade alignment.
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Miners Labor News Promises Broad Support
Reports from Montgomery and Charleston promise grand receptions for miners activists. J B Fowler and J Miskell visited, while local unions plan conventions in March and February to organize votes, clothing drives, and educational outreach against child labor with help from national figures.
AFL Begins Probe Into Wire Industry Ills
The American Federation of Labor plans an investigation into numerous issues facing wire industries. Key topics include apprentice policy, child labor, training periods, and conditions at home and shop. The inquiry aims to address displacement, modernization impacts, and technology education in the trade.
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American Federation of Labor
Labor Conditions Improving Statewide
Reports to the State Federation of Labor indicate improving conditions in trades unions across the state. Officials say organized labor members enjoy better standards, fewer disputes, and progressive cooperation with employers, reflecting broader economic stabilization.
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State Federation of Labor
The Cause of Labor Becomes the People’s Cause
A political slogan frames labor as a broader movement for workers and citizens. The statement links workers’ rights to communal welfare, urging unity across unions and communities to advance economic and social objectives.
Gov Dawson blasts lax law enforcement and mine abuse
Governor Win M. D. Dawson condemns unenforced laws and brutal labor practices tied to Raleigh and Wyoming County mine operations. He cites misuse by labor agencies, unlawful arrests, guards terrorizing workers, underpaid miners, inflated car capacities, and store abuses, urging a statewide inquiry and impartial enforcement to curb exploitation.
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Raleigh
Wyoming County
Peompeo
Fregetto' S
Punta
Raleigh County
New York
Tubor
Lumber Company
Adyahoo
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Peowige
Wyanting County
Ensin
Guands
Uwnvs
Unem
Lost Star Writers Move to New American Zine
McClure's Magazine loses its famed contributors Ida Tarbell Lincoln Steffins Peter Finley Dunne Mr Dooley Ray Standard Baker as they depart for a fresh union publication named the American zine.
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McClure
Ida Tarbell
Lincoln Steffins
Peter Finley Dunne
Mr Dooley
Ray Standard Baker
New American Zine
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