from Gail

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is 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. It was first observed a little more than 100 years ago. There is some discussion about who actually first proposed the day.

Some records show that Peter J. McGuire, general secretary …