President Gompers Opening Address at Virginia Convention
President Gompers delivers opening remarks at the University of Virginia convention praising labor unity and progress. He lauds Virginia’s role in democracy, cites historical leaders, and emphasizes organized labor’s fight for peace, equal rights, and dignity for workers while thanking Virginia officials and labor hosts.
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United Labor
Virginia
Comen
Patrick Henry
Thomas Jefferson
Virginia Iene
AFL convention in Norfolk pledges wage defense against cuts
At the Norfolk convention the American Federation of Labor voices firm resolve to resist any wage reductions. President Gompers warns wage cuts shrink purchasing power, increase unemployment, and trigger economic hardship, urging solidarity to prevent industrial panics and sustain consumption. The talk frames wage restraint as essential for economic stability and worker welfare.
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American Federation of Labor
Norfolk
American Federation of Labor Convention
Manufacturers’ Association
Gompers
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Americ
America
Farmers Are Aroused In Nonpartisan Drive For Reform
Ohio Direct Legislation League field secretary George King says farmers and workers in shops unite as producers against big industrial bosses. The State Hall of Labor endorses the State Grange and invites further action in a broad cooperative push.
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Ohio
George King
Ohio Direct Legislation League
Chartops
Fallon of Labor
Grange
Ohio Grange backs initiative in aiding common good
The Ohio State Grange endorsed the initiative and referendum at its session. Subordinate granges statewide discuss the amendment and commend it. Business and professional men are strong supporters, with many urging their representatives to vote for the measure.
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Ohio State Grange
Mitchell denies political appointment after term ends
President Mitchell of the U M W of A releases a letter to the Mine Workers Journal denying any receipt or offer of a political appointment after his term. He clarifies his retirement stems from impaired health and his future remains undecided until term expiration.
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Mitchell
Mine Workers Journal
U. M.W
AL Tam
Sam
Iam
Strike Breaker Schools Across Los Angeles Area
Strike breaker schools arise in Los Angeles and nearby lines as railroads establish telegraphy and linotype programs. 150 journeymen tailors join the industrial action, while Santa Fe and Southern Pacific railways push training for workers. Los Angeles, a winter resort, resists union pressure amid the upheaval.
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Los Angeles
Soub Santa Fe
Southern Pacific Railways
Road H
O “la
Ats Bernardino
Plates
Great Labor Demonstration in Norfolk After AL Flof L. Convention
Washington unions plan a major labor demonstration after the AL Flof L. convention in Norfolk. The action aims to defy shopkeepers seen as targeting unions. Congressman elect Wilson and partners McDermot Carey are named as principal organizers. Subscription appeal asks $1.00 now through January 1, 1909.
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Washington
AL Flof L
Norfolk
Wilson
McDermot
Carey
Teeg
Many Candidates Loom in District N17 Presidency Race
West Virginia native eu Davis resigns a National Executive Board post to run for District N17 President. Local unions report growing memb ership as contracts near expiry. Mine Workers chapters in Boomer Tunnelton and Pomeroy Bend see reorganizations, larger attendance, and new locals. Meetings at Kanawhit Mines and Green Castle address grievances and salaries. Sub-District leadership fronts include Cairge Morris and Osland Hastings, with Ed Jett urged for Vice President post.
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EU Davis
West Virginia
Ben
Boomer
Tunnelton
Prospective Candidates for Sub District Secretaryship
Reported slate of contenders for district posts includes R A Kramer of East Bank Louis Morris of Montgomery and A Sydenstricker of Smithers as candidates for Sub District Secretaryship. The field may expand with more nominees as nominations proceed.
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R.A. Kramer
East Bank
Louis Morris
Montgomery
A. Sydenstricker
Smithers
Union Label Gains Endorsement Across Washington Granges
Report notes growing support for the Union Label within Washington State Granges. Delegates urge Grangers to buy goods bearing the Union Labor label, citing cooperation with organizations and favoring legislative acts for the masses. The move reflects broader collaboration between labor and agricultural groups to bolster labor sovereignty.
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Unionabel
Washington State
St F Washi
Thanksgiving Appeal for West Virginia Orphans
The Children s Home Society of West Virginia pleads for Thanksgiving donations to aid 367 homeless orphans. The appeal urges patriotic support, promises better futures and noncriminal outcomes, and asks donors to send checks or money orders to 1118 Washington St Charleston WV.
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Children’s Home Society of
West Virginia
Charleston
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Chicago
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Omaha
Buffalo
St. Louis
Organized Labor Movement
Creet
Fies
Swanson
Representanv
Labor of
Ben Davis
Craige
Kralman
Pome Wy Bend
Pomeroy Bend
Andrew Roy
Glenroy
Mes Roy
Tie
United States
Messrs
Davis
Mastings
Kanawhit Mines
Pee
Cair
J. FP. Lanham
Poent Cairns
Morris
Green Castle
Guard
Ben Ossand
B . S. Hastings
St. Clair
Brida
B.S. Rastings
Ed. Jett
Plymouth
Puanksgiving Appeal
Washington St
Charleston, W. Va
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