JL Architects wishes you a Happy Labor Day!

Labor Day is the celebration of social and economic achievements by the American workforce. The holiday was first observed in 1882 in New York City when the Central Labor Union planned a picnic and demonstration. In1884, the Central Labor Union decided the first Monday in September would be an annual observance.  In 1885 the idea spread throughout other labor organizations, and was observed in several cities throughout the United Sates.  Though New York was the first state to celebrate and create a bill for the “workingman’s holiday”, it was Oregon who passed the first law to observe the holiday. Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York quickly followed in Oregon’s footsteps. By 1894 a decade later, 23 other states followed suit. Then on June 28,1894 Congress passed an act making the first Monday in September a legal holiday.

The ideals of a Labor Day celebration were outlined in the first proposal; consisting of statements such as “a street parade to exhibit the public strength and esprit de corps of the trade and labor organizations, followed by a festival for the recreation and amusement of the workers and their families”. 

            From my personal experiences Labor Day always seemed to be a time of change.  Families often take their last vacation of the summer before the kids head back to school.  It also is the unofficial announcement of summer ending, and autumn beginning.

 

At JL Architects, I think Labor Day is a good time to reflect on this year’s prosperity. We have been fortunate enough to work with many new clients in 2013 that have approached us with unique obstacles because of our fields of expertise.  This past August, John Lister celebrated 25 years of business, proving his dedication, and passion for the industry. So as you celebrate the “workingman’s holiday” whether it’s at your community parade, or perhaps on a road trip before the summer comes to an end, look around at what we as a country, and work force have accomplished.  Try to think about what you as an individual have done, and can do to contribute to our nation’s accomplishments.  Perhaps JL Architects could help you turn those thoughts into reality.

Happy Labor Day!

Nathan Houser