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Newspaper
The Labor Argus
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
3
Fragmented OCR text discusses a political clash over guard systems and legislation. It references Yeas and Nays, party lines, and opposition to elections. It critiques state treasurer candidate A Miller, urging honesty, efficiency, and businesslike administration over politics.
Brief sketch outlines S P Smith born in Kanawha County later moving to Shitteston. It notes his roles as deputy clerk of the county court and squire, his candidacy for sheriff, and claims of county ties. An official labor program notice warns against solicitations and adverts related to the campaign, with publication in Trades Weekly and other papers for business protection.
A lecture by Rev. Ryan and colleagues at a Tiviein seminar addresses Catholic social teaching and labor unionism. The speaker argues against monopoly, warns of abuses in capital, and defends church aid while urging moderation and applied justice. The address defends social reform within a moral framework and calls for practical remedies.
An article outlines Ohio legislation restricting unauthorized display of union emblems and other symbols. It details penalties up to 200 dollars daily fines and possible criminal prosecution, with enforcement by state and local authorities, plus mentions university and corporate involvement and a park committee in the city.
An admonition urges readers to favor home merchants over mail order houses, praising local credit, support for churches and sick relatives, and community uplift. It argues that buying at home preserves purchasing power and stimulates local prosperity, urging subscription to The Lithor Argus.
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