Ships Anticipate No More Trouble With Their Crews
New York May 6 AP shipping officials say the British general strike will not disrupt schedules. Aquitania Ar-Sabie and Orea sailed here, Majestic from Southampton, Mau retanda crew signed on for New York voyage. White Star Olympic arrival noted as President stands en route to Plymouth, strike may delay White Star sale talks.
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National Security League Leader Supports Baldwin
A. relived, head of the National Security League, wires Premier Baldwin urging unity against revolutionary Communism. Gen. Bullard backs labor and says American voters would prevent such a strike, expressing confidence in the public.
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Daily Mail Defies Strike With France Print Run Feat
The Daily Mail says it sold 500000 copies of today’s issue, 256000 printed in France and flown to London. Ten copies reached Buckingham Palace and St James’s for the King Queen and the Prince of Wales. The British strike disrupted Paris fashion plate transmission and wartime style rushes. Women volunteers mobilize to aid during the strike, joining wartime canteens and motorcar duties while licensees weigh closing pubs as central London remains quieter after hours.
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Display of Germanys Monarchic Flag Causes Debate
Berlin May 6 AP A decree requiring German embassies and consulates abroad to display the black white and red merchant flag sparked cross party controversy. Nationalist papers minimize the political aspect while Republican and Centrist-Democratic papers condemn it. Vorwarts notes the Crown Prince's 44th birthday as it questions the decree. Opposition papers warn the move could revive monarchist symbols.
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Commons Passes Emergency Act As Laborites Rage
London May G1 AP The Emergency Act regulations were confirmed in the House of Commons without division as labor members left. Labor opposition sought to strike clauses but amendments were rejected by large majorities amid heated exchanges. Labor MPs denounced powers as an affront to rights and governance.
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British Gazette urges subjects to overcome strike
The British Gazette declares government measures keep vital services like food milk and power functioning amid the national strike. It states no serious disorders, improved transport, and police increases while denying rumors of suspensions or mutinies. It urges workers to continue in faithful duty with government protection from reprisals.
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Mexican paper fears revolution in Britain impact
El Universal of Mexico City expresses consternation over the British labor conflict and its potential worldwide effects. It notes sympathy for the strikers but warns a British revolution could be as serious as World War and urges a settlement for labor groups globally.
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Ireland fears embargo on goods amid general strike
If the England strike continues and transport stops, Ireland could face an embargo on its exports. Lindsay Crawford, an American trade liaison in the Irish Free State, warned that 5 percent of export value goes to England and disruption could hurt relations. Ships sail today aboard the Hamburg America line Westphalia for Queenstown.
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Striking a Warlike Tone Lady Astor Warns of Ideological Clash
Lady Astor compares the general strike to war, saying it is a clash of ideas between miners, mine owners, and unions. She notes the union leadership’s power, urges continued lawful struggle, but warns the public and Labour to rethink, fearing reckless gains and a needed nationwide mindset reorganization toward unity.
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Labor Strife Deepens as Peace Talks Stall
Reports from London detail continued labor unrest amid government ultimatums and a general strike threat. The Trades Union Congress rejects unconditional withdrawal of notices, while ministers push suppression powers and calls for open meetings grow. Communist MP Saklatvali jailed for two months after Hyde Park speech. railways resume limited service as volunteers mobilize.
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France Benefits by British Strike
Paris reports that British strike actions have lowered prices for fresh vegetables and fruits across southern France as exports to England halt. Perishable goods face delays with railways asked to move stock from sidings, while French and Belgian labor groups express solidarity and support for the strike.
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Scotland Torn by Strike Violence
Disturbances continued around Edinburgh as mobs stoned buses and police charged the crowd. Several arrests were reported as authorities struggled to restore order amid the strike chaos. In London a mob stoned a passenger train. police used clubs, injuring a stationmaster and a sergeant, before city leaders urged crowd dispersal.
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