Protest over OPA cuts hits Congressmen Elston Hess
A storm of protest swirled around Representatives Charles Elston and William Hess for backing measures to cripple the OPA and raise living costs. Petitions and letters poured in for Senator Robert A. Taft, a key Banking Committee figure, as public opinion rallied against price controls and the two congressmen.
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William Hess
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Robert A. Taft
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Day Strikers Reject Company Offer To End 6 Month Strike
Undaunted by six months of picketing and economic hardship, employees of the J H Day Co Local 766 UE voted to reject a wage offer and continue the strike for 18.2 cents more. The union labeled the offer inadequate while praising solidarity and urging continued support. Close to 200 workers remain involved as national figures weigh in with comments on bargaining and inflation policy.
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J. H. Day Co
United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers
Cincinnati
Waldo Stager
Low-Cost Veterans Housing Plan Studied by Union
A Dayton CIO backed effort proposes a nonprofit cooperative to build 200 to 300 dwellings plus 100 plus apartments for veterans. Homes would cost under 6000 dollars with 30 year financing. mortgages insured. Materials via contractor. private loan through national CIO Housing Committee. Dayton AFL and veterans groups join this program in response to veteran housing shortages.
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National Cio Housing Committee
Washington, D. C
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Cincinnati
Dayton
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Steelworkers accuse Enquirer of bias over labor defeat
Al Whitehouse United Steelworkers District 25 charges The Cincinnati Enquirer printed a highly editorialized Page 1 story about the Williamson Heater Co Oakley defeat of the Steelworkers. He says coverage favors defeats and buries victories such as Smith Mills Tool Co, despite recent union wins. CONTINUED ON PAGE
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Smith & Mills Tool Co
17700 Vets Seek Employment Here
The local office of the United States Employment Service reports 17700 veterans seeking jobs as of April 1 under J M Baker. Total job seekers reach 34200 while unemployment compensation claims dwindle as benefit periods end.
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United States Employment Service
J. M. Baker
PAC Seeks Volunteers for Ballots and Election Materials
Hamilton County PAC director Jack Methard urges volunteers to mail sample ballots and other election items this week. He warns primaries are close and materials must reach voters in time. Call Main 0339 for arrangements.
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Jack Methard
Hamilton County Political Action Committee
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