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Silk Ribbon, Spokane Falls Typographical Union, 1901
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| Accession #: | 809.54.18 |
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| Title: | Silk Ribbon, Spokane Falls Typographical Union, 1901 |
| Object Type: | Ribbon, Commemorative |
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| Physical Description: | Light blue ribbon, square cut and slight fringe at top with an inverted "V" cut at bottom. Dark blue lettering: "Spokane Falls Typographical Union Labor Day Spokane, Sept. 2, 1901" |
| Description: | Members of the Spokane Falls Typographical Union celebrated Labor Day 1901 by wearing this ribbon. A national typographical union was founded in 1852, including members from all areas of the printing industry. Gradually during the 19th century, specialized crafts such as pressmen, bookbinders, and photo engravers withdrew and formed their own international unions. The International Typographical Union was one of the first to admit female members and at the forefront of improving working conditions. |
| Category: | History |
| Subjects/Topics/Concepts: |
Conventions and Fairs (Event)
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| Geographical Reference: | Spokane (Washington->Spokane County) |
| Dimensions: |
length 7 7/8"
width 2"
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| Materials/Techniques: |
silk (textile) (
ink ( |
| Marks/Inscription: |
SPOKANE FALLS TYPOGRAPHICAL UNION LABOR DAY SPOKANE, SEPT. 2, 1901
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| Related Exhibits: | |
| Credit Line: | Gift of Wayne Durham, 1959 |
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