Nonpartisanship Grows in Congress Conference for Progressive Legislation
A two day Washington conference called by the peoples legislative service and led by Senator La Follette and Congressman Huddleston推动ed nonpartisanship. Attendees included many senators elects and congressmen elect, with no third party reference and pledges to pursue progressive measures through voluntary affiliation. Speakers attacked privilege, urged direct primaries, and called for congressional investigation into Treasury matters as part of broader reform. A dinner closed the event with 400 attendees and praise for La Follette as leader of progressive forces.
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Arbitration Court Orders 48 Hour Week for Timber and Engineers
In Melbourne the federal arbitration court has ordered a rise from 44 to 48 hours for timber workers and engineers, aligning with a policy once set by former Justice Higgins two years ago. The decision boosts the standard work week in these trades.
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Subsidy faces stiff Senate fight after House passage
Washington a c as expected the house passed the ship subsidy bill 208 to 184. The bill faces a filibuster in the senate with old politicians hoping for jobs and favors. Critics say the subsidy costs far more than claimed and benefits some ships while harming the public treasury. The piece notes ships like the George Washington could receive large subsidies while others get little, and questions the overall economic impact. Get your Xmas turkey at Labor Temple Bazaar December 21 and 22.
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Massachusetts wage bill defeated by about 1000 votes
The "Sue-and be-sued" referendum in Massachusetts failed by roughly 1,000 votes, according to James Duncan via President Gompers. Earlier reports claimed a 400 vote lead. official figures show the bill defeated, limiting suits against unions. The measure was backed by employers' groups.
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Daugherty Injunction Fails to End Rail Labor Stand
Chicago reports the Daugherty injunction fails to halt the wave cuts and job actions by 200,000 rail workers across 57 trunk and short lines. Railroads and backers press silence as strikes and lockouts persist while President Harding’s peace settlement is rejected. Springfield, Ohio notes street workers gain wage increases of 50 cents per day for stenographers, with new scales for foremen and journeymen.
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