Summary
Black and white photograph of the Transport Workers Union's Queensland branch officers in 1940-1945.
Part of a collection relating to Australian trade unions and the Eight Hour Day. Action taken by stonemasons on 21 April 1856 led to the establishment of the Eight Hour Day, with the government agreeing that workers employed on public works should enjoy an eight hour day with no loss of pay. It was a world first and became emblematic of the rights of labour. In recognition of the significance of this achievement, April 21 was made a public holiday in 1879 and commemorative marches were held each year from 1879 until 1951. The Eight Hour Day holiday was renamed Labour Day in 1934. In 1955 the Labour Day march and celebrations were replaced by Moomba celebrations.
Description of Content
Group of nineteen Transport Workers Union Queensland branch officers in office interior with memorial cups and hats displayed on top of the cupboard in the background. Front row consists of six officers sitting at a table. Back row consists of thirteen officers standing. Most of the men are wearing suits and ties.
Physical Description
Black and white photograph
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Queensland Branch, Transport Worker's Union, 08 Jan 1991
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Publisher
Telegraph Newspaper Co. Ltd., Brisbane, Greater Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, 1940-1945
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Commissioned By (Probable)
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Format
Photograph, Black & White
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Inscriptions
Stamped on reverse: 'The Telegraph Feature Service/Brisbane/ALL RIGHTS RESERVED/Publication is forbidden unless/ express permission is granted by/The Telegraph Newspaper Co.Ltd'
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Classification
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
20 cm (Length), 15 cm (Height)
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References
Transport Worker, March 1989, Centenary Edition.
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Keywords
Societies, Trade Unions, Workers Rights, Transport Workers, Men's Clothing, Making History - Eight Hour Day