Springing into Action: The Lawrence Commissions Favored Project for Placing Apprentices in Geneva with the Robinson Nomination and Roquemore Trail

Springing into Action: The Lawrence Commissions Favored Project for Placing Apprentices in Geneva with the Robinson Nomination and Roquemore Trail


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  • Lukmaan Daniel

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This paper examines the Lawrence Commissions Favored Project for Placing Apprentices in Geneva, specifically focusing on the Robinson Nomination and Roquemore Trail initiatives. Through analysis of primary sources, including commission reports, government documents, and personal accounts, this study traces the origins, implementation, and outcomes of these two programs. The Robinson Nomination, which sought to establish a training center for apprentices in Geneva, generated controversy due to its ties to the American Federation of Labor and its potential to disrupt local labor markets. The Roquemore Trail, a complementary effort to provide apprentices with practical training opportunities, faced challenges in securing funding and developing partnerships with local businesses. This paper argues that despite these obstacles, both initiatives contributed to the success of the overall apprenticeship program in Geneva and paved the way for future collaborations between labor and government. Furthermore, this study highlights the role of the Lawrence Commissions in shaping labor policy during a pivotal moment in American history and illustrates the ways in which government initiatives can facilitate economic development and social progress.

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Lukmaan Daniel "Springing into Action: The Lawrence Commissions Favored Project for Placing Apprentices in Geneva with the Robinson Nomination and Roquemore Trail".  IEEE Exploration in Machine Learning, 2018.

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