A few days ago he notified the Committee in charge of his case
to drop all further efforts, as he believed the funds
could be better used in labor's struggles.
Of course, we refused to accept his noble sacrifice.
-Elizabeth Gurley Flynn
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Monday August 9, 1915
New York, New York - Elizabeth Gurley Flynn Prepares Leaflet for Joe Hill's Defense
Elizabeth Gurley Flynn is now a member of the Joe Hill Defense Committee and has issued a leaflet urging action to save the life of Joe Hill. The leaflet reads in part:
[Hill's] exceptional courage makes his plight yet more pathetic and doubles our determination to save him. A few days ago he notified the Committee in charge of his case to drop all further efforts, as he believed the funds could be better used in labor's struggles. Of course, we refused to accept his noble sacrifice, but if we are to save his life, we must appeal to you for immediate financial assistance. Will you and your friends sign and mail the enclosed appeal to the Governor?...
P. S. Word just received from Utah advises that Joe Hill is to be shot Oct 1st, unless we can secure quick action. Will you help us?
The leaflet will be distributed by the I. W. W. and other trade unions and by locals of the Socialist Party.
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SOURCE
The Case of Joe Hill
-by Philip S Foner
International Publishers, 1965
https://books.google.com/...
IMAGE
Joe Hill, Shall This Take Place
https://libcom.org/...
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Letter from Joe Hill to Elizabeth Gurley Flynn
Salt Lake City
Aug. 6th 15
Elizabeth Gurley Flynn N Y City
Dear Friend & F.W.
Yours of July 25th at hand and I note that you are taking a very optimistic view of the financial situation. Very well Gurley--I have absolutely no desire to be one of them what ye-call-em-martyrs and if there is any way of carrying the case to the U.S. Sup. Court, it is of course O.K. with me. I'll tell you honestly though, that you made me feel ashamed of myself when you donated the $5 that somebody gave you for "a treat" and although I know that you gave it with the best of spirit I almost believe that you were robbing yourself by doing so.
Well I guess I must admit that I am absolutely helpless and unable to do anything for myself.
I was taken up to the court the other day and resentenced to be shot on the 1st. day of Oct. this year. I am getting along fairly well here-- being the air is purer & not so hot as it down in the Co. jail. Well I don't know anything new, and will close for this time. Take good care of your throat and what ever you do-- don't try to overthrow the "System" all alone.
With best wishes I am
Fraternally yours
Joe Hill
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SOURCE
The Letters of Joe Hill
-ed by Philip S Foner
Oak Publications, 1965
https://books.google.com/...
IMAGE
Elizabeth Gurley Flynn, 1915
http://dp.la/...
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Dear Readers of Hellraisers,
This year for my vacation, Hellraisers will not be as scaled back as it was for the past two vacations. This happy change is due to my new & much faster computer.
The big change that my readers will see, starting July 16th, will be the shorter length of the postings along with fewer links.
When my readers find unfamiliar names, places, or events, please use the tags along with JayRaye (in diarist section of search feature). Or just leave a question for me in the comments and I will get back to you.
When I actually leave for Minnesota, I'll let everyone know.
Solidarity,
JayRaye
Note: Vacation has started! Until Aug 7th, I'll be able to check in about twice a day. From Aug 8-30th, I'll be checking in only 2 or 3 times per week. Hope everyone keeps on Raising Hell (with the corporate powers, not with each other) until my return from Minnesota.
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The Rebel Girl-Hazel Dickens
She’s a Rebel Girl, a Rebel Girl!
She’s the working class, the strength of this world.
From Maine to Georgia you’ll see
Her fighting for you and for me.
Yes, she’s there by your side with her courage and pride.
She’s unequaled anywhere.
And, I’m proud to fight for freedom
With a Rebel Girl.
-Joe Hill/Hazel Dickens
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