23 May 1919
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Newspaper
Brunswick News
Location
Brunswick, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1919
Page
1
Labor unrest hits Atlantic Refining Company in Brunswick as nine tenths of workers pledge to strike. Conciliators from the Department of Labor attend but fail to secure an agreement. Picketing planned, wage-scale disputes cited, and management insists the plant employs under a quarter union-affiliated workers.
Sergt Frank Peterson in charge of the local recruiting office received Washington instructions yesterday to cease enlisting colored men for service. The move does not reflect on the negro soldier, who answered the war call with patriotism. These men were enlisted for Philippine service and the required number has been secured.
Allied troops in the northern Russian sector forced the Bolsheviks to retreat south after turning their position. Several towns were captured and prisoners taken.
A company executive reports mixed union positions on adopting an eight hour day with 80 cent hourly pay for mechanics. He notes some workers resist the change while a few would back a union call, and he would support it only if a true majority favors it. The discussion follows a push from union members and similar wage comparisons to Brunswick rates.
Cedar Rapids May 22 A blast at Douglas Starch works killed scores and wounded hundreds as about 150 workers were inside the plant when the explosion occurred. Firemen could not estimate the death toll as the force threw people from chairs and debris filled the area. Officials said the cause was unknown and damage ran into millions.
Washington May 22 The ports of Wilmington Savannah Charleston Jacksonville Pensacola Mobile New Orleans and Brunswick have developed largely in recent years according to Emergency Fleet Corp Chairman Hurley. He told National Labor Agriculture and Industrial organizations that terminal facilities have improved and will handle ships cargoes in both directions.
Mr. MacDonald is named director of the office of public roads and rural engineering. He will supervise federal funds of 175 million dollars and a matching state share for nationwide road construction as part of the reconstruction drive. He comes from Iowa State College with many years in highway work as head of the lone highway commission.
The Royal Arch chapter plans a special degree work evening at Masonic hall with a class of candidates. Savannah visitors John Swain and H S Oppenheim will assist as visiting potentates, joined by Past High Priest B S Brown. The program starts at 8 o clock followed by a reception.
Washington May 22 An urgency deficiency bill carrying forty five million dollars for immediate allotment to families of soldiers and sailors and dependents of Civil War veterans was passed by the house today.
Asa Burford of Jackson G3 recently discharged from the navy has lived in Atlanta and has entered employment at Collier's Drug Store.
City engineers report Glynn Avenue pavement work has reached L Street and will finish this section this week. A retrenchment year has limited spending but the surface is improving with permanent highway finishes totaling 2,000 yards. Docks repairs at Monk and Gloucester streets are planned next.
Washington May 22 Plans for the 1920 presidential campaign were discussed by Republicans from all states in Washington today. William Hayes national committee chairman called a session of prominent Republicans to determine how women can best aid the party win.
Washington reports that recommendations of a wire control board in the systems were presented to Congress. The bill seeks to fix rates by the Interstate Commerce Commission and was forwarded by Secretary Burleson to the Post Office Committee.
Two H type flying boats will depart the naval station Saturday aiming for a nonstop flight to Washington. Submarine chasers will be stationed along the coast to render aid if necessary.
The Georgia Coast and Piedmont report notes an imminent decree sale today. The U S Employment Bureau at 1126 Newcastle Street reports 128 applications this week with 7 placed. demand not heavy and firms urged to post needs promptly. Crew and veteran employment data show 174 soldiers registered and referred, 93 employed, others awaiting employer feedback.
Senator Charles Curtis of Kansas will plan a key role in pushing the program of the incoming Republican majority. He has been appointed whip of the next Senate, a position he held in the last session while the party was in the minority.
In Savannah, motions before Judge Peverly D. Evans address a new sale date and a plan to allow holders of receivers certificates to surrender them for cash. The latest stage, led by attorney Max Isaac of Brunswick, seeks to align the receivership with local interests amid prior misunderstandings and postponed bids.
Berne reports allied governments asked Switzerland about enforcing a harsh blockade on Germany if it refuses to sign. Mannheim residents panic at the prospect of occupation as savings banks are stormed. Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau, with other German delegates, reportedly travels to Spa to consult with Berlin.
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