Author: Edwards, Jospeh. National Anti-Sweating League
Title: Joseph Edwards / National Anti-Sweating League / James J. Mallon : Correspondence and obituary notice
Description: NP. 1909 & 1946 1909. First Edition. All items are in a very good condition. with some dulling and fading evident as with age. One of the letters is slightly foxed. Remains particularly well-preserved overall. ; 8vo 8' - 9' tall; 3 pages; Description; 3 items: Two typed letters on headed National Anti-Sweating League notepaper. addressed to Joseph Edwards and signed by Jas. J. Mallon. secretary. The letters are dated Feb. 23 & 25. 1909. Obituary for Joseph Edwards. reprinted from 'The Beckenham and Penge Advertiser'. Thursday. June 20. 1946. Also includes a postcard and stamped envelope addressed to Mr. Edwards. Notes: Joseph Edwards was a noted labour pioneer and land reformer. The National Anti-Sweating League campaigned against the poor conditions endured by many workers in so-called sweatshops and called for a minimum wage.

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