LaFollette Opposes Cummins Railroad Bill Strike Provision
Senator LaFollette in the senate committee minority report denounces the non strike clause of the Cummins railroad bill. He argues the right to strike is vital, noting the labor force of over 10 million and the potential hardship from a transportation shutdown. Also cites England's Statutes of Laborers and wage restraint aims. Broom makers raise wages 21 percent and adopt an eight hour day.
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Washington
Senate Committee On Interstate Commerce
LaFollette
Cummins
United States
LaFolette
England
Stephen
Courage and endurance drive steel strike solidarity
Mary Heaton Morse reflects on the Pittsburg steel strike, praising workers for courage endurance and uncomplaining patience as a multiethnic workforce unites 350000 strong. She notes sparse organizing yet firm resolve, savings aiding the strike and foreigners backing the protest, with production collapsing and resolve rising. She cites other cities including Braddock and Seattle debates over union radicals and the battle for democracy against industrial oppression.
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Mary Heaton Morse
Pittsburg
Youngstown
National Committee
A. F. of L
Braddock
John Kotzaros
Sloan's Liniment Promises Quick Relief for Aches
The ad touts Boctius Teas and Sloan's Liniment for relief from pains including sciatic twinges lumbago neuritis a wry neck joint wrench and muscle strains. It highlights ease of application quick relief cleanliness and economy with prices 85c 70c and 1.40.
Teachers Need 1812 Per Annum For Living
A Massachusetts teachers federation committee concludes a Boston area teacher must earn 1812 a year to live decently and work efficiently. They cite inflation since 1917, noting many start at 550 and historic practice of paying young teachers 8350 per year in cities was halted amid legal concerns.
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Boston
Massachusetts Teachers’ Federation
Massachusetts
State Board of Education
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Mahoning Valley
West Virginia
Ohio River
Calumet
Homestead
Carnegie Steel Company Ohio Works
Movement For Liberation
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Seattle
Buck
Union City
Brockton
Mass
Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union
Sloan
New England Committee
High Street
Edgar K. Wagner
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