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2 stories matching opt

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  1. Shingle Mill Owners Move to Slash Wages

    Washington shingle manufacturers opt to cut pay to stay competitive against British Columbia imports.

    Jun 25, 1914The Kennewick Courier-ReporterSeattle, King CountyWork & Pay

  2. Fruit Industry Faces Tensions as Labor Organization Mobilizes

    Farmers and business leaders urge the governor to curb I.W.W. activity as agricultural workers demand an eight-hour day and higher wages.

    Jun 28, 1917The Kennewick Courier-ReporterKennewick, Benton CountyWork & Pay

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