Blackletter

The History of Labor Day


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The unofficial end of summer is upon us. For many, Labor Day serves as a day off and a last chance to experience the best summer has to offer with pool parties, cookouts, parades and more. But why do most of us actually have the first Monday in September off from work? It was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century and became a federal holiday in 1894 by President Grover Cleveland. Tune in as Tom goes into more detail on the history of Labor Day.

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BlackletterBy Thomas Dunlap

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