Today in labor history: Zumbi, leader of community of freed slaves, beheaded
On this day in 1695, Zumbi dos Palmares, leader of a Brazilian state of freed slaves was beheaded by the Portuguese.
Today in labor history: Popular Socialist Youth formed
On November 18, 1944 in Cuba, the Popular Socialist Youth was founded, as a continuation of the Cuban Revolutionary Youth.
Today in labor history: FDR unveils Civil Works Administration
President Franklin D. Roosevelt unveiled the Civil Works Administration on November 8, 1933, a short-lived program, but one that created jobs for millions of unemployed workers, giving temporary relief to the suffering in the midst of the Great Depression.
Today in labor history: Susan B. Anthony tries to vote
Despite being fined, Anthony responded, "I shall never pay a dollar of your unjust penalty," and, true to her word, never paid the fine for the rest of her life.
Today in labor history: First woman elected governor in U.S.
Nellie Taylor Ross was elected governor of Wyoming on Nov. 4, 1924. She was the first woman ever elected to a governorship.
Today in labor history: Seminole Indian resistance came to a head
Conflict carried on until the war ended in August 1842, when the Indians were force-marched to Oklahoma.
Today in labor history: Earl Lloyd became the first black player in NBA
Born in Virginia, Lloyd attended West Virginia state. He was selected in the 9th round NBA draft.
Today in labor history: Underground Railroad leader Levi Coffin born
He strongly advocated for aid to the freed slaves to enable them to take their full place in American society.
Today in labor history: 40 hour week and minimum wage
October 24 marks events in two of the most significant struggles by workers in U.S. history: for shorter hours and better wages.
Today in labor history: NAACP sends "Appeal to the World" to the UN
The U.S. delegation to the UN, which included NAACP board member Eleanor Roosevelt, refused to introduce the petition.
