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Show Saturday , April 7, 19 1Z UTAH LABOR NEWS Page Two UNION MEN CARPENTERS MASS MEETING SATURDAY - In Moose Hall, 222 S. West Temple Street, April 7, at 8 attention! P. M. The object of this meeting is to protest against conditions obtaining in the mills and smelters of this state, compared with conditions in sur-r- o Hiding states. 2. To voice a protect against the continued violation of the eight-holaw in mines and smelteds in this state. Section 1337 of the state laws says! Sec. 1337. The period of employment of workingmen in all underground mines or workings, and in smelters and all other institutions for the reduction or refining of ores or metals, shall be eiglnt hours per day, except in cases of emergency, where life or property is in imminent danger. Any person, body corporate, agent, manager or employer who shall violate any of the provisions of this section shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor. This law, held to be constitutional by the state supreme court, has been as persistently violated by the mills and smelters, and it is time thh,t we which citizens voice our protest against its further violation, is detrimental to the health and welfare of the workers of this state. 3. To insist that the officials charged with law enforcement do their duty and to determine whether the mine and smelter companies Bjre bigger than the state. We contend that it is a reflection on the integrity of the executive officers of the state and county to further disregard the enforcement of tliis law. If they are hampered or intimidated in the performance of their dutv by these corporations, it is time that fact should be known. If it be but a lack of will on their part, that also should be known. Other matters of equal importance will come before the meeting and it is of utmost impodianee that all should attend. Don't forget the time and place Moose hall, 222 S. West Temple street, Saturday night, at 8 o'clock. 1. The manager and the advertise Inc manager of this paper YOUR paper, tell us that an advertisement here will bring us business. Are they This advertisement speaks to right? the union man who wants music in bis home music of the BETTER kind. Our future advertising In YOUH paper wciil depend on whether You respond to our advertising for the manager of your paper tells us he does not ask that does not bring for advertising So mention this ad when business. you call and see this ur Clean Cooking and Clean Kitchens s p law-abidi- ng Cooling becomes really pleasant and work in the kitehen is no longer disagreeable for the housewife who boasts a Cabinet The heat, soot, dirt and general balkiness of the old eoal range are all banished. Gas Range. UTAH GAS & COKE COMPANY C. M. EYMAN, , General Manager. NOTES FROM DIVISION NO. 382 By A. A. Jensen Sell all Hie best kinds of COAL, HAY and GRAIN glji in naiM No raise in price of fuel We also carry a full line of Poultry Supplies. The Union Coal Yard Telephone Wasatch 4111 76 N. Sixth West St. Associate yourself with a growing bank Records of deposits of this institu- tion: 1912 1913 1914 1915 July. 13,200,000 3,800,000 4.500,000 5,300.000 6.500.000 1916 An increase of $3,300,000, more than doubled, in four years. Walker Brothers Barkers members of the unions in general all over the world. We are gradually parting with the old reactionary system and adopting a policy of liberal-minde- d diplomacy, or as the saying Is "we are giving the devil his dues. We are beginning to grasp the overwhelming and brothimportance of man and fellow our towards love erly more plainly seeing our own duties towards ourselves. We are beginning to look at the world, not through colored glasses, but in a brighter light than ever before. The distrust we have harbored for the abor movement is disappearing rapidly and replaced with hope for a better day. The day has passed when a union man was classed and did act as a revolutionist being forced by the slave drivers of the past century. The present day union man does not use force if it can be avoided, but diplomacy and tact. We have shown to the world that we are united and ready to meet any emergency and we have shown the world our real object, which is to battle for "justice" and "humanity. The world at large has begun to give the worker its support and is today placing its seal of approval to any labor movement which is for the benefit of the working class of today and the generations to come. It is true that we have in our ranks men that are opposed to progressive ideas and do their utmost to curb any and all actions which tend to give more liberty to the common members of the organization. However, in most cases we discover that this is caused by fear of men losing the control which they have had in the past as masters of the union system. They almost regret to see the young blood flowing through the veins of the organization and they refuse to be considered "behind times. ' They have had their way and say-s- o for so long that it does not appear to them that anything can be done without them and refuse to be sidetracked. This Is a matter of course with us all, however, and although we are willing to give them honor as pioneers in our labor movement, they must now decide to adopt our modern methods or else retire. We must advance with the times and lift ourselves, facing the situations as they come before us and keep on marching forward to victory that will assure us of everlasting justice and peace, not only for ourselves, but for our children and the coming generations. sjt Space does not permit us to recount in detail the story of labor's accomplishments. All who will can see what has been done for the workers but still the chief concern is organization. To listen to the many complaints' of those on the outside would be amusing If the situation were not as serious as it is. To consider individualists in the age we live in as a potent factor for good, as compared with the united force of an organization, is to put a mob against a well disciplined army. It is not enough to wear the button and pose as union men before the public. We must get in the harness and help to pull the load uphill. We would be astonished to see a driver of a coal wagon with two horses in the harness in front of the wagon and four hoses walking behind trying to get up Capitol hill on a slippery pavement. (jj a week. Y It is 'very interesting to note the progressive spirit among the members of our organization and among the JEREMY FUEL & GRAIN CO. Cl 10 Terms, PLAYS ANY RECORD This fine mahogany case phonograph plays ANY record that the HIGHEST priced phonographs play. Has a loud clear, PERFECT tone. Nice appearing cabinet with a place for the records. We have a limited number to be offerel at this price, so act promptly. Unquestionably the greatest retarding factor to labor's advancement is lack of understanding, which Is undoubtedly responsible for most of the ills that beset the labor movement. Pre- judice, selfishness, cowardice and Ignorance go hand in hand with the lack of proper knowledge. Surely there are none who have given any consideration to unionism or who have participated in any way in the deliberations of unions who do not understand its great necessity and worth. It is true that there may be found some things . deserving of criticism, but the overwhelming balance stands favoarble to the movement as being beneficial, progressive and at all times able to defend when defense is needed. Notwithstanding some mistakes, a brief examination will show that the unions have been the protector and defender of the otherwise helpless mass whose necessities as individuals would force them to a life of poorly recompensed toil. The fulfilment of the principles underlying the labor movement has at all times kept active the mind of the unionist, ever in the fight, and always equipping his understanding so as to learn how best to protect humanity and secure justice. Brothers! Remember your obligation and wake up. For there have been too many of us asleep on the job and if we should go to sleep at the switch the worst catastrophe will take place and we will have nobody to blame but ourselves. Easter Greeting-s- We are Raster 12.50 up. Hats, latest styles, Brother Hazerd reports the arrival of a baby girl at his home. Mother and Brother Hazerd baby are doing fine. has been on the sick list for some time himself with a broken finger. We hope he will soon he back on the list so he will be able to meet his new $2.50, $2.00, 3.00. Shirts, new arrivals, guaranteed colors, 75c up. Neckwear, very dainty patterns. V. L. Douglas Shoes, $3.50, $4.00, $4.50,. $5.00. Every Pair Guaranteed. 9 M jd !! Bj as n K 1 pm STORE CLOTHING 18-2- 0 Brother Tingley has returned from Arkansas City, where he hastened to be near his father in his last hours on tUis earth. Our sympathy goes out to Brother Tingley and his family. to serve you lor your Labeled suits, apparel. E. First South. ALTMAN BROS., Prop. r Skillful responsibilities. To be pleasant is an achievement, and in some fortunate people it rises into the region of genuis and becomes quality of the highest value. Pleasant people make the common day as agreeable as the uncommon day, when all things work together for our happiness. Hamilton Wright Maybe. Conductor Slaughter has moved his store from South Temple street to Main street between Seventh and Eighth South. If he Is successful he will leave the cars and devote all his time to his business in the future. j; jJ A certain carman sent a postal card last week to the Utah Labor News requesting the manager to stop sending the paper to his address. We are not sure of the reason, but we have a pretty good idea. The labor movement places the Interest of humanity above all other interests. "Life claims that more than one million dollars net income from operations was made by the railroads of the country in the year just closed, according to the statisticians of the in- -. Need not be beyond the reach of the in moderate circumstances. family The highest priced Dentist offers you no more than I give joil at my modest prices, Experienced, Skillful Operators, the Elimination of Needless Vain, Strictest Sanitary Precautions and only the best materials are some of the advantages my patients enjoy. theseGUARANTEED trices nn WORK. Painless Extractions 22-- K. 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