Labor Around the World Wins New Advantages
A World War II labor survey shows gains and clashes in pay, planning, and welfare. Belgium enacts vacation bonuses. France seeks freer bargaining amid price woes. Beveridge plan extensions go into effect in Britain. Greek workers hold a freely elected congress after years of tension.
Romania Grapples With Capitalist Labor Reforms
In a Communist led state Romania faces wage rises followed by price hikes and a shift to union based bargaining. New laws empower industry associations, arbitration, and mutual aid funds while bans on strikes persist. A three year truce plan and maternity and accident funding are outlined.
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Wisconsin Scout Life Lures French Youth
Michel Benamou an 18 year old French youth came to Madison after hearing about the Madison Boy Scout drum and bugle corps. He befriended local scouts through pen pal letters and will spend the summer in Madison before returning to Marseilles in September to enroll in a French university.
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