Federation Backing Police Sparks Boston Labor Rift
The AFL federation declares it stands 100 percent behind Boston police in their fight for rights amid a city strike. Officials meet with policemen’s attorneys as possible writs of mandamus aimed at reinstating discharged officers are discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Federal Express
Washington
A. F. of L
Oyster
Boston Police
American Federation of Labor
Federation of Labor Unions
Metropolitan Park Commission
Tremont Street
Commission
Welcome Home to Provincetown 300 Service Menu Parade
Provincetown marks return of service members with a large parade led by Lt Frank A. Williams and Capt George H. Cox Jr. The event includes G A R tributes, flowers on harbor waters, and a townwide demobilization of the service flag. Seaplanes, a banquet, and a state request for Guardsmen follow as Gov Coolidge appeals for help in Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Provincetown
Grand Army
Cape
Benedict Fitzgerald
War Camp Community Service
Art Association
Sail Loft Club
Red Cross Workers
Service Men
Morris- Light Post No. 71
American Legion
Beach Combers
Charles Rogers
Chatham
War Camp
Knights of Columbus
Langtry
Commonwealth
Cora G
WW. Fuller
Joshua Paine
Macha Cabral
Judge Welch
Annie Welch
T. J. Lewis
Jennie Jennings
Mary Rogers
Mary MacIntyre
Steel workers set to strike next Monday morning
Pittsburg Sept 17 The National Commission for Organizing Iron and Steel Workers adjourned after a meeting that confirmed the planned strike for steel workers next Monday morning. John Fitzpatrick, chairman, stated no postponement was decided and the Washington plan stands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
National Commission For Organizing Iron and Steel Workers
John Fitzpatrick
Washington
Truce Between Mayor and Police in Lynn Declared
Pending the outcome of the national industrial conference in Washington set for Oct 6 no further moves will be made in the Shoe City in the police union matter. The halt signals a temporary ceasefire as officials await broader talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crowley
Council
The
Boston Bar Association
Charles P. Greenough
Moorfield Storey
John L. Thorndike
James Cotter
Henry F. Hurlburt
John Lowell
Thomas W. Proctor
Richard E. Saltonstall
William D. Turner
James D. Colt
M. J. Sughrue
R. D. Weston
John E. Hannigan
William G. Thompson
Endicott P. Saltonstall
Arthur A. Ballantine
Floyd G. Blair
Washington
Lynn Mayor Threatens Lynn Police Union Ties
Mayor Creamer warns Lynn police officers they risk instant dismissal if they affiliate with any group advocating desertion from duty or greater loyalty than to government. He cites the Washington conference and signals support for a union linked to the AFL while promising pay raises, uniforms, and overtime protections. Organizer William Nealey vows to form a Lynn force union with arbitration to settle disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Creamer
American Federation of Labor
Lynn
Washington
Post
Boston
William Nealey
Board of Arbitration
Seeeks Happy Medium in Strike Situation
To the Editor of the Post the writer laments police officers stranded by a strike and argues for leniency toward officers who erred under pressure. He notes many officers are underpaid and overworked and questions expulsion as a response to their actions amid the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
John F. McInnes
U. S. Army
Stars and Stripes
Tam
Call to end unrest as Boston protests grow
A letter from Abram J. Berkwitz of Boston urges leaders to restore order by appointing a strong mediator to end the unrest. He notes the strain on State Guard and volunteer police and the greater burden on the public, stressing fairness and swift resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Guard
Abram J. Berkwitz
Pemberton Building
Boston
Plan for Free Car Rides Proposed in Boston Transport Debate
Ralph S. Bauer proposes state takeover of the Elevated and free trolley service for riders, arguing transit should be a community asset. E. C. Hartman cites London’s move of industry as a model to reduce congestion in Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Ralph S. Bauer
Lynn
Bauer
E. C. Hartman
Lexington
London
Also Mentioned on This Page
Federation
James H. Vahey
John P. Feeney
Parker House
Boson
Boston Central Labor Union
State Guardsmen
Curtis
Police Department
James H. Devlin, Jr
Union
Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce
Massachusetts
Central Labor Union
Commissioner of Police
Provincetown Town Hall
Lexington Legion
Legion
Stanley Hill
No. 38
Lexington Town Hall
Joseph R. Cotton
Dr. Lyon
I. W. Lyon & Sons, Inc
West 27Th ST
New York
Lynn Man
State
Angel
Chippendale
McArthur
Washington St
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!