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Today in History: Lumber Workers Strike Against Virginia and Rainy Lake Company

12/28/2025

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On December 28, 1916, up to 1,000 lumber workers began a labor strike against the Virginia and Rainy Lake Lumber Company in Minnesota. The strike, driven by demands for better working conditions and wages, lasted over a month, highlighting the growing labor movement in the early 20th century.

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On December 28, 1916, up to 1,000 lumber workers began a labor strike against the Virginia and Rainy Lake Lumber Company in Minnesota. The strike, driven by demands for better working conditions and wages, lasted over a month, highlighting the growing labor movement in the early 20th century.