The Jungle

How is the structure of the work force changed? What does this change foreshadow?

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The packinghouses hire more men during the summer months, but they pay each one less. Thus, Jurgis has more work, but he brings home less pay. The women's wages, however, are decrease by a third, and there are rumors that they will be cut further. These changes foreshadow a strike.

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The Jungle