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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1919
Page
19
A mining expert argues core drilling is impractical for locating unknown silver ore bodies. He cites failed attempts in undeveloped districts, contrasts with proven copper use, and promises future engineering perspectives while quoting Yale's James F. McClelland on ore body types and bore hole limits.
The article outlines President Wilson and Secretary Baker signaling that the federal government will seize and operate coal mines if strikes disrupt the nation. It describes the army's role to restore order, the industrial conference failure, and the threat of coal and steel strikes affecting railroads and the public. It notes Congress backing and public opinion pressures to avert national disruption.
Timothy Shea acting president of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Engineers warned Congress that any law depriving railroad workers of the right to strike would be un-American and provoke upheaval. He argued railroads anticipate wage reductions once control ends and blamed Congress for potential social and political disruption.
John L Lewis acting president of the United Mine Workers declines to state UMW stance on President Wilson's strike remarks. He blasts operators for no constructive offers, cites expiring contract after war, calls for shorter working hours and better pay to lift miners and families from poverty.
Washington awaited the miners' response to President Wilson's demand that the soft coal strike be called off. John L. Lewis left Washington for Springfield to lead talks, while labor leaders considered sending Secretary Wilson to Indianapolis to meet the United Mine Workers executive board.
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