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Terence Powderly (1849-1924)

Actually William Sylvis (1828-1869)

Ben Franklin was reputed to be the author of the constitution of the first union, the Franklin Typographical Society.

1786-Philadelphia printers strike successfully for a minimum wage of $6/week. Meet at Franklin's home.

1787-U.S. Constitution ratified in Philadelphia

1790-Franklin dies.

1792-Philadelphia carpenters fail in strike for 10-hour day and overtime pay

1792-Shoemakers form first permanent labor union in Philadelphia

1799-Franklin Society of Journeyman Printers of New York

1799-First strike by a permanent union - Philadelphia shoemakers - in opposition to a wage cut, fails after 10 weeks

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Vicenta Nienow

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