Labor Day Honors American Workers. American labor has generated the most outstanding production capabilities the world has ever known. What is Labor Day Before it was a federal holiday, labor activists and individual states recognized labor day. Likewise, municipal ordinances were passed in 1885 and 1886, developing a movement to secure state legislation. The idea of a … [Read more...]
Celebrate Labor Day Safely
America observes Labor Day on the first Monday of September. In 2022, it falls on September 5th. The day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. Traditionally, people celebrate with parties, street parades, and even athletic events. History In the late nineteenth century, activists pushed for a federal holiday recognizing the labor force's many … [Read more...]
Ted Stevens – First Government Job
Theodore Fulton Stevens Sr., more commonly known as Ted Stevens served as a great politician throughout his life. Stevens also served in the military in the Army Air Forces during World War II. His first government job was serving as the United States Attorney in Alaska from March 30, 1954 until June 1956. Early Life Stevens was born on November 18, 1923 in Indianapolis, Indiana. … [Read more...]
Individual Rights Day
Today, August 29th, is Individual Rights Day. This day is meant to celebrate the birthday, life, and philosophical teachings of John Locke. The topic of human rights had been discussed for decades before. However, Locke was the first to firmly argue that it is the government’s responsibility to recognize such rights and safeguard them. History of Individual Rights Day English … [Read more...]
National Spark the World Day
National Spark the World Day August 26, 2022 is National Spark the World Day. The day was founded by Simon T. Bailey International, Inc. The first celebration of the holiday took place in 2020. The focus of the day is to honor and acknowledge. Especially, those "...men and women who inspire others and go the extra inch by sparking others to greatness.” Although, not only those in the … [Read more...]
President Taft Signs the Organic Act
On August 24, 1912 then President William Taft signed the Second Organic Act, the District of Alaska was now the Territory of Alaska or Alaska Territory. Alaska remained a Territory until January 3, 1959 when it gained statehood. Pressure Grows For Alaska’s Representation In Congress When Alaska’s 1899 Criminal Code passed, a movement for Alaska's statehood began to grow. Among the … [Read more...]
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