Labor Officials Protest Federal Relief Fund Cuts
Washington D C reports labor city and state leaders denounce a proposed $150 million WPA relief cut. AFL President Green urges $875 million for current year while CIO's Carey and Mayor La Guardia warn of deeper hardship and debt limits across cities if funds shrink.
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Wage Hour Law Aims to Reshape U S Economy Says Admin
Elmer F. Andrews reports to Congress as administrator of the Wages and Hour Act that the law has not caused widespread layoffs and has public support. He cites adjustments due to the 25 cent minimum and potential gains from overtime provisions, with millions affected by future increases and maximum hour rules.
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Mexican Labor Union Seizes Guana juato Mines
Mexican labor unions have taken over the Guana juato Reduction and Mines Company in the state of Guanajuato. The $2,800,000 facility employed about 1,000 workers and milled 700 tons of gold and silver ore daily. The mine had operated for 30 years with a brief shutdown during General Pershing's 1916-era troop movements.
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Guild Adopts Rule Or Ruin Policy In Hearst Fight
The Chicago Newspaper Guild pursues a rule or ruin stance amid a two month strike against Hearst papers the Herald Examiner and Evening American. It claims 3200 workers could be displaced while noting the Milwaukee News death as cautionary precedent.
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New York Savings Banks Enter Insurance Market
Albany report states New York savings banks began selling life insurance January 3 under a new law allowing over the counter sales without solicitors. The measure, backed by supporters, marks a shift into insurance by savings institutions.
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Chicago Labor and Community Press Workers Union Formed
The American Federation of Labor issued a charter for a new Chicago Labor and Community Press Workers Union limited to editorial and front office staff of labor publications community newspapers and foreign language outlets. Mechanical departments and propaganda organs for foreign governments are excluded. The union aims to be pro American with an estimated 200 to 250 members.
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Railroads Hint at Low Fares to Boost Traffic
Railroads test low rate passenger travel as revenue grows not from high fares but from higher ridership. A full coach yields better profit than partial occupancy since operating costs stay similar. two passengers at a cent and a half per mile can outperform one at two cents.
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