The Dawn. October 15, 1889. Vol. 1. No. 6.
Boston: Progress Publishing Company, 1889. Tabloid. Fair. Item #022278
Side folding small tabloid newspaper format. 8 pp. Early issue of this journal devoted to Christian socialism. Founded in part by William Dwight Porter Bliss, a reverend who actively promoted the ideas of socialism as those most compatible with the beliefs of Christianity. Bliss believed capitalism could cause idolatry among other ills. This issue looks at the 10 hour work week and potential 8 hour work week as positive steps for workers in mills and other places. FAIR condition. Large and small half moon rodent nibbling along the spine margin, slightly affected text on a few pages in the interior. Minor to moderate scattered foxing. Minor soiling. Chipping and tearing along the fore edge, with minor chipping, tearing and creasing along the other edges. Horizontal fold crease present.
Price: $50.00