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  1. The Labor Inspector Who Got 'Too Close' to the Truth

    Blanche Mason is fired from her state post after effectively enforcing labor laws against powerful companies, sparking a fierce reaction from the unions.

    Dec 1, 1911The Labor JournalBellingham, Whatcom CountyWork & Pay

  2. The Shingle War at South Bellingham

    A local manufacturer enforces a 'yellow-dog' style ultimatum, forcing union weavers to tear up their cards or lose their livelihoods.

    Feb 3, 1911The Labor JournalBellingham, Whatcom CountyWork & Pay

  3. The Social Death of a Scab

    Everett’s labor press publishes a 'rogue's gallery' portrait to publicly shame a former union man for crossing a picket line in Bellingham.

    Oct 6, 1911The Labor JournalBellingham, Whatcom CountyWork & Pay

  4. Everett Labor Leaders Organize Bellingham Trades

    Local union activists Jim Ballew and Dave Watt travel to Bellingham to help workers there establish their own Building Trades Council.

    Apr 29, 1909The Labor JournalBellingham, Whatcom CountyWork & Pay

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