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| Year | Stories |
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| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 4 |
| 1911 | 2 |
| 1912 | 5 |
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- The Saloon Was Their Paycheck: Everett Labor’s Fight Against Prohibition
In November 1910, Everett’s union locals — cigar makers, brewery workers, bartenders, cooks and waiters — urged a vote for license, warning that Prohibition would throw hundreds out of work and scatter their families.
- The Fight Against 'Canned Water'
Everett labor organizers inspect local grocers to expose deceptive packaging and short-weighting in the canned fruit industry.
- The Forgotten Men of the New Sewer District
A plea for human decency as laborers endure harsh winter conditions without basic shelter while building the city’s infrastructure.
- The City That Forgot Baseball
An anonymous local sports fan rails against the town’s apathy toward the diamond, fearing that Everett’s civic pride is being paved over.
- Switchmen's Strike Tightens Its Grip on Northwest Freight
Despite railroad claims that operations are normal, the American Federation of Labor steps in to support the striking switchmen as shipping remains at a standstill.
- The Fight Over Washington’s Workmen's Compensation
Commissioner John R. Wallace lashes out at 'journalistic highbinders' and insurance companies attempting to discredit the state's new injury insurance laws.
- The Looming Gate: Labor and the Fear of the Canal
As the opening of the Panama Canal approached, the Everett Trades Council lobbied for strict immigration restrictions, fearing a flood of 'undesirables' into Pacific ports.
- The Labor Journal's Strategy Against the I.W.W.
A local labor leader argues that the best defense against the Industrial Workers of the World is not police violence, but better working conditions and education.
- Why Labor Leaders Oppose the Prohibition Movement
A working man argues that prohibition is a distraction from the real dangers facing laborers, such as unsafe working conditions and monopoly power.
- Everett’s Fire Chief Sounds the Alarm on City Infrastructure
A scathing report from Chief Taro highlights crumbling fire stations, outdated equipment, and the city's struggle to keep pace with rapid growth.
- The First Industry-Wide Pension Plan
American brewers and unions collaborate on a groundbreaking, portable retirement fund that allows workers to change employers without losing their benefits.
- The Union Hat Inspection
Everett shingle weavers take a stand to enforce union purchasing power.
- The Union Label Inspection
Everett shingle weavers form a committee to enforce labor solidarity by auditing the hats of their fellow workers.
- A Moment of Grace on Rockefeller Avenue
An anonymous act of kindness between strangers serves as a quiet reminder of shared humanity amidst the city's busy street life.
- Labor Dispute Clouds the Construction of the Elks' New Building
Organized labor in Everett confronts a local fraternal order over the use of non-union contractors.
- The Wireless Monopoly Comes to Everett
A newly formed 'wireless trust' backed by Dr. Lee DeForest plans to plant a long-distance station in Everett, aiming to command the airwaves just as the Bell system controlled the phones.
- Leap Year Revelry at the Labor Temple
Everett's Labor Temple packed out for a night of dancing, leap-year traditions, and a kitchen crew of men learning to appreciate the daily routine of a housewife.