Word: laborer
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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Will you allow me space in your columns in which to call the attention of the proper authorities to what seems to me a much-needed precaution against fire. This precaution, small in itself, and involving little labor or expense, might possibly be the means of saving one of our College buildings. In all the dormitories large notices are placed describing at length where the fire apparatus is stored, and at the very end of a confusing list of ladders, axes, etc., there is a notice telling where the fire boxes are and where the keys may be found...
...Union and the Prospect Union is being anticipated with considerable interest. The Prospect Union has chosen very representative speakers and the men from the Harvard Union have had considerable experience before in debating. There is every reason to expect a close and interesting contest. The question is: "Resolved, That labor organizations are prejudicial to the best interests of workingmen...
Question: "Resolved, That labor organizations are prejudicial to the best interests of workingmen...
...change in our present navigation laws is necessary.-(a) Under their restrictions American shipping has suffered.-(1) Through heavy duties on ships.-(b) Though heavily protected shipbuilding industry has not thrived.- (1) Cost of labor too great.-(c) American capital forced abroad: House Report, as above.-(d) Present provision for limited admission of foreign ships inadequate.-(e) Prevents development of inventive genius...
Question: "Resolved, That labor organizations are prejudicial to the best interests of workingmen...