John Hewitt, cooper, labour leader, editor (flourished 1860s-90s). After extensive experience in American labour reform, Hewitt became a major Toronto labour leader. He helped found the Toronto Trades Assembly, led the NINE-HOUR
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Article by Gregory S. Kealey
Published Online January 24, 2008
Last Edited March 4, 2015