Ancient Order of United Workmen" Printed Circular

United States: Ancient Order of United Workmen, 1880. Very good. A little dust soiling/wear, one short tear to foot of first fold with no loss of text.. Printer circular promoting membership in the Ancient Order of United Workmen, a North American fraternal organization devoted to providing social support for families founded in 1868 following the Civil War. The group's main innovation was providing insurance for working men, allowing bereaved families to receive financial support after their deaths. Only White Christian men were allowed to join initially, but it gained a female auxiliary organization in 1873. The present circular provides a detailed overview of the group's mission and services, with a long list of references and their occupations on the back. Includes an image of three men from the organization handing money to a bereaved widow and her children. Folding pamphlet printed on yellow paper measuring approx. 5" by 3.25" folded.