St. Lawrence University

THIEF!

 

Text: 
"The Worst Thief Is He Who Steals The Playtime of Children" -- W.D. Haywood -- Join The I.W.W. And Help Put The Thieves To Work.
Description: 

Paper gummed label, also known as "stickerette" or "silent agitator."  Message that protests the exploitation of children in textile mills. Features a quote by Big Bill Haywood, a founder of the Industrial Workers of the World and United States labor leader.

Source: 

Industrial Workers of the World

Language: 
English
Location: 
Chicago, Illinois, United States
GeoLocation: 
References: 
Industrial Workers of the World
Year: 
1920
Contributor:
Catherine Tedford, St. Lawrence University

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