A coalition of Knights of Labor and trade unionists in Chicago launch the United Labor party, calling for an 8-hour day, government ownership of telegraph and telephone companies, and monetary and land reform. The party elects seven state assembly men and one senator - 1886
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For a more detailed history of the 8-hour workday movement around the world go to: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eight-hour_day