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By the grace of Justice
By the grace of Justice. Illustration shows Samuel Parks, recently released from prison on extortion charges, still wearing his prison stripes, cracking a whip over the heads of two diminutive figures, one labeled Capital and the other labeled Labor. Sam Parks was a union walking delegate, a mediator of sorts between laborer and employer. Date 1903 October 14. By the grace of Justice. Illustration shows Samuel Parks, recently released from prison on extortion charges, still wearing his prison stripes, cracking a whip over the heads of two diminutive figures, one labeled Capital and the other labeled Labor. Sam Parks was a union walking delegate, a mediator of sorts between laborer and employer. Date 1903 October 14
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By the Grace of Justice
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: A Striking Image of Power and Inequality from the Early 20th Century This evocative illustration, titled "By the Grace of Justice," was published in Puck magazine on October 14, 1903. The image depicts Samuel Parks, a union walking delegate and recently released prisoner, standing triumphantly over two diminutive figures labeled "Capital" and "Labor." Parks, still wearing his prison stripes, cracks a whip menacingly above their heads, symbolizing his newfound power as a mediator between employers and laborers. The cartoon, created by an unknown artist, offers a poignant commentary on the power dynamics at play during labor disputes in the early 1900s. The image underscores the harsh realities faced by workers during this period, as they struggled for fair wages and better working conditions in the face of corporate interests. At the time, union delegates like Parks played a crucial role in negotiating labor disputes and advocating for the rights of workers. However, their efforts were not always met with approval from employers, and many union leaders faced intimidation, violence, and even imprisonment. The title of the illustration, "By the Grace of Justice," is ironic, as the image suggests that justice is not always on the side of the weak or the oppressed. Instead, it highlights the unequal balance of power between labor and capital, and the often violent means used to maintain that power dynamic. This powerful and thought-provoking image offers a glimpse into the complex social and political landscape of the early 20th century, and serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for workers' rights and social justice.
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