Wages in 1873: Address read before the Social Science Association at Norwich

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Author Brassey, Thomas Brassey, Earl, 1836-1918
Title Wages in 1873: Address read before the Social Science Association at Norwich
Note Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Transcribed from the 1873 Longmans, Green, and Co. edition by David Price
Summary "Wages in 1873: Address read before the Social Science Association at Norwich" by Thomas Brassey, M.P. is a historical address delivered in the early 1870s. This scientific publication discusses the significant rise in wages during the time, reflecting the socio-economic conditions of the late 19th century. The document primarily explores the labor movement in England, the impact of economic recovery on wage increases, and the role of labor unions in negotiating wages. In his address, Brassey emphasizes that the rise in wages is predominantly due to the increased demand for labor following a period of industrial growth, rather than the result of successful strikes or union negotiations. He analyzes the failure of a notable miners' strike in South Wales, arguing that well-organized employers can withstand such movements when the economic conditions are unfavorable to labor. The address also covers topics such as the rising costs of coal, the challenges of shorter work hours, and the potential for cooperatives among workers. Through a detailed examination, Brassey highlights the complexities within labor relations, advocating for informed economic actions rather than reliance on strikes, and calls for increased productivity to secure better wages in the long term. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HD: Social sciences: Economic history and conditions, Production
Subject Great Britain -- Economic conditions -- 19th century
Subject Wages -- Great Britain -- History
Subject Labor movement -- Great Britain -- History
Subject Working class -- Great Britain -- History
Subject Labor -- Great Britain -- History
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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