Labor Day: the last hoorah of summer. Long weekend family trips and a couple of burgers on the grill bring to mind past celebrations of the holiday. Seldom do we think of the history and meaning of the three day weekend, though many of us are more than happy to celebrate the extra day off. "Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country" ("History"). The Wabash Valley seems to be adequately celebrating the holiday appropriately, as "the form that the observance and celebration of Labor Day should take was outlined in the first proposal of the holiday — a street parade" ("History"). This tradition continues for the Wabash Valley this coming Monday, as many areas, including Terre Haute, will be hosting a parade to commemorate Labor Day. Families will be enjoying an extra day off, and just maybe a parade or two.
"History of Labor Day." United States Department of Labor. United States Department of Labor, n.d.
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