First it must be apparent that the hours allowed for labor are too many.
Second, that the minutes allowed for them to take their food are too few.
Third, that these causes are sufficient to impair health, induce disease, premature old age, and death.
Fourth, that these causes, . . . acting upon so large a number of females assembled in the manu- factries of New England, must in time affect the physical condition of the people of New England.
Fifthly, that no reason can be given why these evils should not produce the same terrible effects here, as in England, where their full results are developed.
Sixth, that as the British Parliament, from motives of humanity have been compelled to inter- fere in behalf of the operatives, prudence and mercy call upon our legislators to do likewise.
Seventh, that the example of this State would be followed at once throughout New England.