Oklahoma State Labor News (Oklahoma City, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 30, Ed. 1 Friday, December 6, 1907 Page: 1 of 4
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Oklahoma State Labor NeWs
VOLUME 2, NO. 30
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA., FRIDAY, DtCEMBER 6, 11)07.
FIVE CENTS PER COPY
Ofiicial Organ of the Oklahoma County Union No. 69, P. E. & C. U. of A. and Various Local Labor Unions.
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AT THE A. F. OF L.CONVENTION
By the Rev. C
SAMUEL GOMPEKS. Short in
stature, a giant intellectually. The
massive head of a scholar, the broad
shoulders of a workman, the strong
jaw of a captain of industry. Cau-
tious, but courageous, slow and delib-
erate in speech, carefully weighing
every word. Renders his decision in
epigrams. Kindly, benevolent, a lov-
er of humanity.
ANDREW FURUSETH:—Sailor,
labor legislature expert, with the
speech of a Norseman, the appearance
of a human eagle, the uncompromising
foe of oppression in every form.
VICTOR BERGER: -Solialist lead-
er, editor, advocate of far-reaching
resolutions, solitary annunal objector.
Looks like a German schoolmaster,
believes in the unstinted use of liter-
ature. and has unbounded faith in the
ultimate success of socialism.
FRANK MORRISON:—Master of
convention details. Quiet, confident,
sometimes blushes like a school girl.
Might pass for a preacher or a polit-
cian.
MAX MORRIS:—Promotorof labor
exhibits, champion of the clerk class.
Genial, generous, energetic and an
inveterate booster of Denver as a con-
vention city.
JAMES O'CoNNELL:—Always on
the job. Serious minded, thoughtful
judicial. An alert presiding officer,
a clear speaking debator, incisive,
forceful, convincing.
JAMES DUNCAN:—Never far from
the people. Easy to imagine the
granite cutter's apron tied about his
generous waist. The twinkle in his
eye suggests a store of humor. Has a
fondness for replying to "the gentle-
harles Stelzle.
man with the Milwaukee dialect,"
with a burr that betrays the land of
his birth.
JERE SULLIVAN: — Up-to-date
slang expert. Displays more diamonds
than any other delegate to the con-
vention—gifts from his appreciative
national organization. Insists upon
having a chaplain in every local of
the Bartenders' League. Formulated
the opening and closing prayers used
in their regular meetings.
JOHN E. LENNON:—Watchdog of
the Federation Treasury. Has a voice
that penetrates to every corner of con-
vention hall. Frequently supplies
pulpits in the interest of labor. Knows
the labor question so well because he
knows some other things equally well.
WILLIAM E. McEWAN:—Carries
with him the freshness of the lake
breezes of Duluth. Maker of the La-
bor World of that city. Secretary-
Treasurer of the Minnesota State Fed-
eration. If given half a show- he'll
make it anyway • will make his mark
in the world of labor.
DENIS HAYS: -Gentleman, with
all that the term implies. Sensitive
of other's feelings, graciou®, cultured
in manner, refined in speech. The
\ glass furnace, or something else, has
burned out whatever of bitternes or
malice that may have been his. May
his kind increase in the labor move-
ment, we need thetn.
FRANK DUFFY:—BlutT, but not a
bluffer. Leader of a delegation of
veritable giants from the Carpenters'
Brotherhood, next to the minors, the
biggest of them all. Chairman of the
commit.ee on the "Van Cleaye" mat-
ter, whose report will make history.
Photos For The Holidays
A lew dollars spent on a dozen fine Photos
will go further than thesame amount invest-
ed in nic-nacs, and will please your friends and
relatives
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FOR WOMEN
Fancy Mirrors
Hand Mirrors
Dainty Perfumes
High Grade Candies
Toilet Cases
Comb and Brush Sets
Cut Glass
Manicure Sets
Vases, Jewel Cases
Writing Desks
Stationery
FOR MEN
Gillette Safety Razors
Cuff and Collor Bo\es
Nectie Boxes
Military Sets
Traveller's Toilet Sets
Smoking Sets
Shaving Sets
Best Cigars, Union made
Teddy Bears For the Children
Handsome Line of Japanese Ware
Complete Line of Pyrographic Goods and Outfits
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THE PRESSMEN MEET XHE AMERICAN FEDERATION CONVENTION CLOSES
Hold a Rousing Good fleeting. New
officers Chosen Much busi-
ness of Importance
Transacted.
The Printing Pressmen and Assist-
ant's Union. Local 149, met Tuesday
night with fully thirty members in
attendance.
The following officers were elected
to serve for the ensueing six months,
begining January:
President, C. H. Sanford.
Vice President, Charlie Hall.
Secretary-Treasurer, C. H. Hall.
Sargeant-at-Arms, Charles Walker.
Delegate to the International con-
vention. Don Orr.
The following delegates were ap-
pointed to attend the Trades Council
William Condon, Rosco Thompson, K.
Decker, H Chanelberry.
Nora I. Krogh, editor and proprietor
of the State Labor News, was a visitor
and favored the boys with a soul stir-
ing address on unionism, giving
wholesome advice as to the duties and
aims of true unionism. The speaker
complimented the pressmen on the
successes attained during the present
year and wishing them succes in hav-
ing their new scale signed up with all
the offi '.es in Oklahoma City without
any unecessary friction, as the press-
men's new scale was very reasonable.
Mrs. Krogh was repeadedly applauded
during her short talk, giving the hoys
renewed inspiration and cheer in their
struggle for better conditions; the
boys were indeed sorry that she could
not stay longer and prolong her words
of wisdom and encouragement. Pres-
ident Sanford thanked Mrs Krogh
for her excellent talk in behalf of the
PfsiTen and ?xfrpssed the hope, this
would not be the last time the Press-
men's union would have the pleasure
of listeninir to her words of encourage-
ment and cheer.
The Pressmen's new scale of prices
go into effect January 5th and wo an-
ticipate no great trouble.
OFFICERS OF THE A. F. OF L.
President—Samuel Uotupers, Wash
ington, D. C.
Firs Vice-President—James Dunan,
Quincy, Mass.
Second Vice-President—John Mitch-
ell. Imlianopolis, lml.
Third Vice-President—James O'Con-
nncll, Washington, 1). C.
Fourth Vice-President—Max Morris,
Denver, Colo.
Fifth Vice-President—D. A. Hayes,
Philadelphia. Pa.
Sixth Vice-President—Danle' J.
Kc< fe, Detroit, Mich.
Seventh Vice-President—William D
Huber, Imlianopolis. Ind.
Eight Vice-President—Joseph F.
Valentine, Cincinnati. Ohio.
Treasurer—John B. Lennon, Bloom-
ington. 111.
Secretary—Frank Morrison, Wash-
ington, I). C.
Delegates to the British Trades and
Labor Congress—Andrew Furuseth,
San Francisco, Cal.. and James J.
Creamer of Richmond. Va.
Delegate to the Canadian Trades
and Labor Congress, Hugh Frayne,
Scranton. Pa.
Next Convention City—Denver. Col
The American Federation of Labor
has concluded its two weeks' conven-
tion in Norfolk, to meet in Denver,
Colo., In 1908. The election of offic-
ers took up the greater part of the
flav'a work, and Injected enthusiasm
and interest into the proceedings.
Fraternal delegates were also elected
f*> represent the Federation at the
British Trades Congress, which meets
hi London next September, and a dele-
gate was also named to go to the
Canadian Trades Congress.
The old school officers were re-
elected. each with a hearty ovation
aud a pretty speech. The socialist
delegation headed by Delegate Iler-j
ger made the election of these offlc-'
ers unanimous and there was no dis-
senting vote to mar the election.
To Help Colorado Federation.
A resolution was Introduced asking
that a fund be formed to help carry
hi the war which had been waged
against the Colorado Federation of
Labor by the capital element ther.
The resolution claimed that the labor
and made to spend great sums of
money in court costs and fees, until
the treasury was depleted, and asked
the American Federation to lend fi-
nancial assistance.
The resolution was unanimously
adopted
Other Matters Passed On.
Other matter brought up in the con-
vention were as follows:
Sustaining the executive council in
the revocation of the charter of the
Columbus, Ohio, Central Labor Union;
calling for all the International unions
to have their locals affiliate with cen-
tral bodies; calling for a minimum
wage scale of $! per week for all fe-
male retail clerks; calling upon the
meat packers to define their future
policy towards the cutters and butch-
ers in the big meat packing houses of
the country; referring to the executive
council the question of suppressing th
two contending bodies In Spokane,
Wash., and issuing a new charter for
the amalgamate of the two; referring
to the executive council the question
of having all international unions call
upon their locals to withdraw from the
Brooklyn Federation of Labor and Join
the Broklyn Central Uibor rnlon;
calling for the universal organization
of "Union Label Leagues." such as
those in Denver, Salt Lake. St. IajuIs
and Kansas City; calling upon the wo-
men of the country to demand the un-
ion label on all products purchased,
and referring to the excutive council
with hearty approval the question of
having woniann organizers.
At no time In the history of the Fed-
eration had there been held a more
Interesting and nstructlve convention.
There was no day when Interrest
lagged, nor was there any cause for
delegates laying back on their oars,
for business was paramount and pleas-
ure always a secondary consideration.
PROCLAMATION OF PRESIDENT
WEST.
To the Local Secretaries:
You a"e earnestly requested to call
n special meeting of your local to
meet on Saturday, Dec. 7, for the
| purpose or electing a full delegation
' to attend a county meeting to be
held at your county s* at town on
' Saturday, Dec. 14. Matters of ini
j portance will be attended to. Full
explanations will be given at the
county meeting.
J. A. WEST.
President Oklahoma State Union.
McClure's Magazine, according to
a revised list sent out by President
James M Lynch, of the International
Typographical Union, is In the un-
ion column.
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Retail Clerks, local union No. 355,
met at Labor hall Tuesday night
and elected officers for the coming
year as folows: President, Joe Cas-
pcrick; vice president, Williams;
corresponding and financial secre-
tary, Tillman; guide; Blankenship;
guard, Wilson: recorder, Beaty.
The Retail Clerks meet first and
third Tuesday nights in the month.
A good attendance was out. Mr.
Hunter, the treasurer, was there,
and also Mr. L. C. Myers, the ex-
president; both have been faithful
officers the past year. All those
who did not attend missed a rare
treat, as the clerks mean business,
especially those who think enough,
of their union card to come out and
attend the meetings of the local.
One thing was urged, and that was
'the atetndance of the delegates ♦o
the Central trades council. This
should not be overlooked. The
proposition of a business agent is
a thing of the past. Don't be
afraid to send out the bill to the
different local unions informing
them what they owe, if you must
take cashier's checks; they are good
so far.
WHEN SICKNESS OR ACCIDENT
COME
Your wages cease. Does not pru-
dence demand that you protect your-
self and family by insuring your
time, life and income? $1 to $2
per month will cover you against any
acident,'sickness or disease. A pol
icy in the "old reliable" Continental
Casualty Company—22 years the
leader in health and accident insur-
ance—means cash in hand for the
time you lose by illness or injury.
Every policy bears the Union label.
Insure today.
UNION UNDERWRITERS'
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homa City, Okla.
Card of Thanks.
We wish to extend our heartfelt
thanks to the kind friends and neigh-
bors. who so kindly assisted us in the
sickness and death of our loving wife
and mother ; also for the beautiful
floral offerings sent by friends.
Mr. Potter
Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Green.
Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Brown.
Mrs. Nora I. Krogh.
Boost for the label. Ask for the
label. See that you get it.
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Krogh, Nora I. Oklahoma State Labor News (Oklahoma City, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 30, Ed. 1 Friday, December 6, 1907, newspaper, December 6, 1907; (https://gateway.okhistory.org/ark:/67531/metadc154787/m1/1/: accessed April 17, 2024), The Gateway to Oklahoma History, https://gateway.okhistory.org; crediting Oklahoma Historical Society.