Labor Day: Community Papers Pay Homage to The American Work Force

The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City.  The holiday was a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.

Through the years, the nation has given increasing emphasis on Labor Day organizing parades, fireworks displays and public celebrations. 10,000 workers marched in the first Labor Day on September 5, 1882 amidst horse drawn wagons and the country's first electric street lights. Life and times were quite different back then, but one part remains the same today, community papers. They captured the first Labor Day 128 years ago and have continued to provide news coverage and pay homage to the country's work force of today.

Community papers are an American tradition. We wish you all a very happy (and relaxing) Labor Day!

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