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Newspaper
The Labor Argus
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1906
Page
3
A speaker urges local organizers to help women form a union or alliance to counter long hours and low wages. He argues women deserve equal opportunities and fresh air, calling on supporters to assist at the start so they can eventually sustain the effort and advance the broader cause.
The Union calls for justice to all and fair treatment of both employer and member. It argues that fairness drives growth and prosperity, urging decisions to be equitable with no deviation from the principle of justice for everyone.
In Kanawha County Circuit Court the divorce suit of Effie L. Jones against Herbert Jones proceeds. The plaintiff by attorney seeks a decree of divorce. Herbert Jones, a non resident, must appear within one month of first publication to protect his interest. Depositions of Effie L. Jones and others will be taken at Chilton MacCorkle Chilton offices July 1906 between 9 and 6, with readings at hearing. proceedings may be adjourned as needed.
The Labor Argus reports activity across unions including United Mine Workers Local efforts supervised by ED Carter, efforts to mobilize Labor Day committees, and the rise of Local Union 480 of the Electrical Workers. Notable notes include George Pauley of the Joiners Union, a funeral attended by Carpenters Union, and plans for railroad rate talks to boost Charleston crowds. J J Miskell and others discuss local union strength and ongoing organizing in Kanawha.
A Tabor representative visiting the state capital to secure protective laws is labeled an agitator, while a lawyer appearing for a corporation is called a gentleman, highlighting the unequal treatment of laws for the rich and the poor across different factions.
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