Monday, April 4, 2011

Today In Labor History: April 4


April 4, 1812 – Luddites riot at Stockport, England, to try and halt the advancement of machines that would replace workers. (From Luddite Chonology and the Daily Bleed)

April 4, 1950 – Longshoremen union leader Harry Bridges was convicted of lying about being a Communist. (From the Daily Bleed)

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