Explore how law, labor, and public interest collide during a nationwide railroad strike. This concise account explains the tensions shaping the outcome.
The text presents the issues around the Shopmen’s Strike and the broad questions it raises about democracy, unions, and the power of large employers. It draws on contemporary commentary from newspapers and public opinion to frame why this labor conflict matters to readers who care about law and public policy.
Readers will see how strike actions intersect with federal law, interstate commerce, and the idea that public interest can guide decisions on labor disputes. The material highlights different perspectives on union organization, collective bargaining, and the role of management in maintaining industry and national commerce.
Ideal for readers of labor history, public policy, and 20th-century industrial conflicts.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book addresses the Illinois Central Railroad shopmen's strike that occurred in the early 1900s. It examines the dispute between the railroad and the shopmen's unions over factors such as wages, working conditions, and recognition of a newly formed federation of shopmen's unions. The author explores the historical context of organized labor and the evolution of labor unions, delving into the complexities of the System Federation and its impact on the strike. The book highlights the challenges faced by both the railroad company and the unions, as well as the role of public opinion in shaping the outcome of the strike. It sheds light on the ongoing tension between the interests of labor and capital, emphasizing the importance of understanding labor relations in the development of modern society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332073665_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332073665
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332073665
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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 26049870/1
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