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Pemberton Mill in Lawrence Collapses and Burns, Killing Workers; January 10, 1860

January 2, 2023March 15, 2024 Gordon HarrisLeave a comment

The collapse of the Pemberton Mill in Lawrence is the worst industrial accident in Massachusetts history. On Tuesday afternoon January 10, 1860, hundreds of men, women, and children were buried alive in the ruins.

January 12, 1912: Lawrence Bread and Roses strike

January 10, 2022November 15, 2024 Gordon Harris1 Comment

Lawrence textile "Bread and Roses" strike marchers

On January 12, 1912, the labor protest later known as the "Bread and Roses" strike began in Lawrence, MA. Violent methods were used to suppress the protest, but the strikers maintained their solidarity.