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New Compensation Act - 1906 - Stableboy kicked in stable
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New Compensation Act - 1906 - Stableboy kicked in stable
" The New Compensation Act" - " Hurroo! Oim kicked to Death, Be Gob!" - a Yokel Stable Lad is not unduly concerned at being kicked against the stable wall, as the Workmens Compensation Act of 1906 allowed working people the right to claim for compensation for personal injury suffered during their employment. Date: 1906
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Accepting Accident Accidental Browne Bucket Compensation Contented Dropped Employment Hind Injury Kick Kicked Kicks Labourer Legislation Legs Pail Stable Workman Workmen Workmens Yokel Rights Stableboy
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of an accident in a stable yard, as a Yokel Stable Lad, Tom Browne, is unphased by the horse's powerful kick that sent him crashing against the stable wall. The year was 1906, a time when the working class faced numerous hardships and hazards on the job with little to no compensation for their injuries. However, the implementation of the New Compensation Act that same year brought about a significant change. The Act, also known as the Workmen's Compensation Act, granted working people the right to claim for compensation for any personal injury they suffered during their employment. This groundbreaking legislation marked a turning point in labor history, ensuring that workers were no longer left to bear the financial burden of their accidents alone. Tom Browne, the stable lad in the photograph, seems to be in good spirits, perhaps even a little contented, as he accepts the reality of the situation. His unfazed expression could be a reflection of the newfound security that the New Compensation Act brought to the working class. The horse, a common source of injury for stablehands, stands nearby, seemingly unaware of the impact of the legislation. This image, titled "The New Compensation Act - 'Hurroo! Oim kicked to Death, Be Gob!' - A Yokel Stable Lad is not unduly concerned at being kicked against the stable wall," serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Workmen's Compensation Act of 1906. The stable scene, with its raw and authentic depiction of life in the early 20th century, is a testament to the resilience of the working class and the transformative power of legislation.
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