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First annual picnic of the "Knights of Labor"- more fun for the spectators
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First annual picnic of the "Knights of Labor"- more fun for the spectators
1078691 First annual picnic of the " Knights of Labor" - more fun for the spectators than for the performers, 1882 (colour litho) by Keppler, Joseph (1838-94); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: First annual picnic of the " Knights of Labor" - more fun for the spectators than for the performers. Print shows Jay Gould, William H. Vanderbilt, Cyrus Field, Russell Sage, and John Roach riding in a carriage past a crowd of laborers labeled " Knights of Labor" and " Pittsburgh Free Strikers" who are watching a man labeled " Workingman" trying to climb a " Greased" pole carrying a child on his back and with a woman and child hanging from his belt. The pole is greased with " Monopoly Grease", at top are " Higher Wages, Bread, Tobacco, Wine, [and] Ham". The view from the pole shows factories in the middle distance and the " Roach Monopolist Ship Builder" facility in the background. Published in Puck, June 21, 1882.
); eNew York Historical Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22634074
© New York Historical Society / Bridgeman Images
Annual Audience Capitalism Capitalists Climbing Corruption Economic Economy Exploitation Inequality Labor Labourers Monopoly Performers Picnic Pittsburgh Puck Rich Strike Strikers Striking Struggle Wages Cyrus Field Knights Of Labor
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This vibrant and satirical lithograph captures the essence of the first annual picnic of the "Knights of Labor" in 1882. Created by Joseph Keppler, this print showcases a scene that is more entertaining for the onlookers than for the performers themselves. The image depicts prominent figures such as Jay Gould, William H. Vanderbilt, Cyrus Field, Russell Sage, and John Roach riding in a carriage while passing a crowd labeled as "Knights of Labor" and "Pittsburgh Free Strikers". These laborers eagerly watch a workingman attempting to climb a greased pole with a child on his back and two others hanging from his belt. The pole itself is coated with "Monopoly Grease" symbolizing the challenges faced by workers against powerful monopolies during this era. Atop the pole are words like "Higher Wages" "Bread" "Tobacco" "Wine" and even "Ham" representing basic necessities that many struggled to afford at that time. In the background, factories can be seen amidst an industrial landscape, emphasizing both economic growth and inequality. Notably, there is also mention of the controversial figure John Roach's shipbuilding facility. Published in Puck magazine on June 21st, 1882, this artwork offers social commentary on labor rights issues prevalent during its time. It serves as a reminder of historical struggles faced by workers while highlighting their determination to improve their conditions despite facing significant obstacles imposed by wealthy elites.
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