Green Urges Baruch Report Fallout and Postwar Policy
AFL President William Green attacked the Baruch Postwar Report at a Detroit luncheon, urging Congress to form a Reconstruction Commission representing labor, industry and farmers to shape postwar policy. He pressed liquidation of controls, a large housing program, extended Social Security, and reorganization of the National Employment Service to aid veterans and displaced workers.
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Fort Hamilton Hospital Drive Falls Short of Quota
The Fort Hamilton Hospital drive ended 264 short of the 8,000 quota as readers gathered for a victory dinner at the Young Women’s Christian Association. Campaign officials said the effort would continue another week to finish canvassing for members. Rev. Carl A. Muller of Zion Evangelical Church spoke.
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Frey Attacks National Service Bill and Praises Labor
In a nationwide radio address, AFL Metal Trades head John P. Frey urged Congress to defeat the National Service Bill, arguing it would militarize labor and bureaucratize democracy. He cited wartime production gains, including Liberty ships, merchant tonnage, and aircraft output, as evidence of labor and management cooperation driving high efficiency.
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PPE Meeting Likely Trades Council Discussion Soon
A Co operative Trades and Labor Council meeting is expected Tuesday night March 14 to settle city council issues in the limelight. Delegates and affiliated organizations are urged to attend, with officers hoping for a large turnout to participate in the discussion.
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