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The Status of a High School Graduate
A Chicago reader recalls Tommy a twenty year old high school graduate facing labor market barriers. He failed to secure apprenticeships or WPA work due to single status, then urges joining the labor movement while criticizing graft, with a veteran's view on past Knights of Labor gains and racketeers. He warns Tommy against traitors inside unions and urges protection for workers.
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Tommy
Chicago
van Buren Reets
Husky
WPA
Tomy
Ussia
Knights of Labor
Chi
Cago
General Fund