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Newspaper
The Labor Argus
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1906
Page
5
A speaker defends organized labor as a protective association involved in governance, opposing views that unions are disunifying. He argues education, fair wages, and a regulated workday are essential, condemns idle relief and class oppression, and emphasizes the producer’s need to earn a living within a civilized framework.
The International Association of Machinists reports progress in finances and staffing as of July 1, marking the end of the fiscal year. The nine hour day and Saturday half holiday are spreading, with new lodges formed and strike benefits paid totaling over 110 thousand dollars since April 1905. The report discusses steps toward an amicable agreement with the Amalgamated Society of Engineers and notes upcoming actions at the Minneapolis convention.
A fragmented column blends anecdotes and sketches. It recalls H M McCartney from an engineering post and a Kentucky teacher debating Lincoln’s origin, contrasts generous town poorhouses with pauper tales, and relays a Burma royal anecdote about King Thebaw and English lessons. The piece also touches on a Boston hotel keeper’s humor and a brief business office quip.
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