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Life, Speeches, Labors, And Essays Of William H. Sylvis: Late President Of The Iron Molders' International Union And Also Of The National Labor Union

Life, Speeches, Labors, And Essays Of William H. Sylvis: Late President Of The Iron Molders' International Union And Also Of The National Labor Union

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The book titled ""The Life, Speeches, Labors, And Essays Of William H. Sylvis: Late President Of The Iron Molders������� International Union And Also Of The National Labor Union"" was written by William H. Sylvis and published in 1871. The book is a comprehensive account of the life, work, and ideas of William H. Sylvis, who was the president of the Iron Molders������� International Union and the National Labor Union.The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides a detailed account of Sylvis's life, his speeches, his labors, and his essays. The first section of the book deals with Sylvis's early life and his entry into the labor movement. It provides an overview of his personal and professional life, his education, and his early involvement in the labor movement.The second section of the book focuses on Sylvis's speeches. It includes a collection of his most important speeches, which he delivered at various labor conferences and meetings. These speeches cover a wide range of topics, including the importance of labor unions, the need for worker solidarity, and the role of government in protecting workers' rights.The third section of the book deals with Sylvis's labors. It provides an account of his work as the president of the Iron Molders������� International Union and the National Labor Union. It describes the various initiatives that he undertook to improve the working conditions of laborers, including the establishment of a national labor exchange and the promotion of the eight-hour workday.The final section of the book contains a collection of Sylvis's essays. These essays cover a wide range of topics related to the labor movement, including the history of labor unions, the role of women in the labor movement, and the importance of education for workers.Overall, ""The Life, Speeches, Labors, And Essays Of William H. Sylvis"" is an important historical document that provides a detailed account of the life and work of one of the most important labor leaders of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the labor movement and the struggle for workers' rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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