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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1922
Page
3
Railroad labor leaders and executives left Washington tonight for a compromise, but officials signaled the strike would be fought to a finish. They released publicly their reply to President Harding's final settlement proposal, and indicated the government would not press another compromise.
Union leaders press mediation as four brotherhoods form a mediation committee to bridge between striking shop craftsmen and government and railroad management. They withhold response to the president's settlement offer while leaders meet with President Harding and plan further talks in Washington.
President Harding telegrams Governor Campbell of Arizona promising federal help to relieve hardships of passengers stranded at junction points after Santa Fe trains were abandoned by crews. He says the government must assist and asks if federal forces are needed.
The 151,824 mileage coalition of railway executives approves the Presidents plan to end the strike by returning workers to service and routing seniority disputes to the labor board under the transportation act. Former employees must be placed in vacant roles or similar work if violence has not occurred. The Labor Board will resolve remaining seniority questions, and intimidation is to end as part of the settlement.
A minority report endorsed by roads with 57 222 miles supports replying to the President on August 7. Railroads offer to reassign former employees who have not committed violence to vacancies and to refer seniority disputes to the United States Railroad Labor Board for review while preserving the right to court review of related agreements.
Hoover led talks as executives prepared public statements signaling a possible schism with the government. A separate session of Brotherhood chiefs continued for hours. Mr. Jewell and E. J. Manion urged restraint, while Mr. Sheppard spoke of awaiting developments and staying ready to assist until Congress reconvenes.
James C Corrigan, senior second engineer, braved gas and flames to recover a crewman from the liner’s hold after an explosion. He and fellow sailors extinguished the blaze while Captain David maintained discipline. Governor Glynn lauded Corrigan, Engineer F. W. Ruddle, and the crew for calm, effective action and noted American women and children aboard behaved with remarkable composure.
A mixed corps of World War I veterans and Irish groups carried two empty caskets draped with the American and Irish flags from Arlington Street to the Parkman Bandstand on the Common. Speakers linked Boland and Brugha to American ideals, pledging faith in Ireland's republic. The Mayor defended peaceful assembly amid interference fears.
Relatives crowd the Cunard dock as the Adriatic arrives after a sea fire. three crew members are seriously injured and ambulances wait ashore. Passengers praise the crew's calm and efficiency under Captain H. David as officials note the blast likely arose from spontaneous coal combustion in No 3 hold. Governor Glynn and others witness the blaze and rapid response within minutes.
Thomas J Gallagher longtime Charlestown resident and Charles Head & Co. employee died at his Dorchester home on 4 Moultrie street in his 49th year. He came from Charles Town and worked his way to a senior position at the bank. He served as 1903 Liberty Bell celebration marshal and led in community roles. He leaves widow Gertrude Hartley seven children a brother Edward M and a sister Mary. Funeral is set for Wednesday at St Mark's Church Dorchester.
Mayor Curley leads a city welfare drive for health safety and happiness with three park department open-air programs this week. Traffic officers explain signals while speakers share tips to protect personal and neighborhood health. Comedy films and community singing enhance the program.
An advertisement touts Vlorsford's Acid Phosphate as a refreshment that quenches thirst clears the brain tones the stomach and invigorates readers in hot weather. It promises a tasty and refreshing lift for health and vitality.
Louis Raffio aged 25 of 18 Adams Street Allston was hurled from the Hurley Giant Coaster at Revere Beach during a sharp turn. He was rushed to Chelsea Memorial Hospital where he remained on the danger list with a fractured skull internal injuries and multiple contusions.
Three bombs struck the Weehawken local of the West Shore Railroad as it crossed a culvert near Granton Junction in North Bergen New Jersey. Ten people were injured ten with five serious as windows shattered and passengers were thrown by the blasts while the train moved slowly home after weekend holidays.
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