The Standard Rate In American Trade Unions (1912)

By David Aloysius McCabe

Book Overview

The Standard Rate In American Trade Unions, written by David A. McCabe and published in 1912, is a historical analysis of the standard wage rates and working conditions in American trade unions during the early 20th century. The book explores the origins and evolution of the standard rate, examining its role in shaping labor relations and collective bargaining practices. McCabe draws on a wealth of primary sources, including union records, government reports, and industry publications, to provide a detailed account of the standard rate's development and implementation. He also considers the impact of the standard rate on workers' lives and the broader labor movement, discussing its successes and limitations. The Standard Rate In American Trade Unions is a valuable resource for scholars and students of labor history, economics, and sociology, as well as anyone interested in the history of American labor and social justice movements.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165098903
• ISBN13: 9781165098903
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.3" x 11.0"