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A dangerous brew
A dangerous brew. Illustration shows John Mitchell and Samuel Gompers, representing the United Mine Workers and the American Federation of Labor, as witches stirring a dangerous brew of labor violence in a cauldron labeled Unionism over flames labeled Anti-Injunction Bill. Steam rising from the pot is filled with threatening human figures and the words Boycott, Mob Violence, Intimidation, Dynamite-Persuasion, Riot, Lawlessness, Anarchy, Parkism, Graft, and Incendiary Press. Date 1904 March 16. A dangerous brew. Illustration shows John Mitchell and Samuel Gompers, representing the United Mine Workers and the American Federation of Labor, as witches stirring a dangerous brew of labor violence in a cauldron labeled Unionism over flames labeled Anti-Injunction Bill. Steam rising from the pot is filled with threatening human figures and the words Boycott, Mob Violence, Intimidation, Dynamite-Persuasion, Riot, Lawlessness, Anarchy, Parkism, Graft, and Incendiary Press. Date 1904 March 16
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "A Dangerous Brew" poster print from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic illustration from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image brings to life the historic labor dispute between John Mitchell, representing the United Mine Workers, and Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor. A must-have for any history buff, labor rights advocate, or art enthusiast, this poster print adds depth and character to any wall. With its stunning detail and rich colors, this print is sure to ignite conversation and inspire reflection on the past and the ongoing importance of labor rights. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Dangerous Brew: The Explosive Mix of Labor Unrest and Anti-Injunction Laws in 1904 This illustration, published on March 16, 1904, depicts a cauldron labeled "Unionism" bubbling over flames labeled "Anti-Injunction Bill." John Mitchell, representing the United Mine Workers, and Samuel Gompers, head of the American Federation of Labor, are shown as witches, stirring the pot with ominous intent. The steam rising from the cauldron is filled with threatening human figures and ominous words such as "Boycott," "Mob Violence," "Intimidation," "Dynamite-Persuasion," "Riot," "Lawlessness," "Anarchy," "Parkism," "Graft," and "Incendiary Press." The anti-injunction bill, also known as the Sherman Antitrust Act, was a federal law that made it illegal for businesses to enter into agreements that restrained trade or commerce. However, it was also used to prosecute labor unions for engaging in strikes or other forms of collective action. The illustration reflects the growing tensions between labor and management during this period, as well as the government's increasing efforts to suppress labor organizing. The use of the metaphor of a "dangerous brew" highlights the volatile nature of the situation, with labor unrest and anti-union laws creating a volatile mix that threatened to boil over into violence and chaos. The threatening figures and ominous words in the steam rising from the cauldron underscore the sense of danger and instability that characterized this period in American labor history.
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