Times Star critique of democracy in unions sparks attack
The Cincinnati Times-Star editorial savages democracy in unions, praising John L. Lewis and UMW while condemning CIO and AFL democratic actions. It accuses the paper of lies and argues strikes reflect worker grievances, not elite control, urging readers to defend democratic union processes.
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Cincinnati Charge Police Auxiliary Man Faces Weapon Charge
An unpaid Cincinnati citizen police auxiliary member was charged with carrying a concealed weapon after allegedly aiming a pistol at a man in a cafe. Officials say selection controls were stringent though the volunteer corps faced protests from CIO AFL and other groups.
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GOP Machine Opposes Cincinnati Public Housing Bills
Pressure from housing, banking, and real estate interests drives Hamilton County lawmakers to oppose bills aiding public housing in Cincinnati. Senate Taxation Committee backing SB 144 faces Republican resistance amid claims of potential tax loss and constitutional issues. Local figures argue housing projects save on services and could qualify for federal aid, while opponents note tax structure concerns.
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Cincinnati
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Senate Taxation Committee
Lawrence A. Kane
Stanley G. McKie
Stewart
W. Ray Skirvin
Metropolitan Housing Authority
Jesse D. Locker
Skirvin
Bleecker Marquette
George Garties
George Guckenberger
Repub
Three Cincinnati Firms Agree to FEPC Terms
FEPC reports settlements with Cambridge Tile Manufacturing Emanuel H. Bloch said six Negro women employed at Cambridge Tile. Kirk and Blum Manufacturing signed a consent to comply and Schaible Co. will clear up complaints with further action set for April 25. Hearings ongoing in Cincinnati Council chambers.
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Emanuel H. Bloch
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Silicia, Glass & Pottery Workers
CIO
Kirk & Blum Manufacturing Co
Schaible Co
Local hearing session extends through Saturday
The public hearings include representatives from Crosley Coy Electric Products F H Lawson Co Baldwin Co and Strietman Biscuit Co with the President's full committee in attendance through Saturday.
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F. H. Lawson Co
Baldwin Co
Strietman Biscuit Co
Wagner Set to Propose 7-8 Billion Housing Budget
Sen. Robert F. Wagner announced his plan to introduce a measure authorizing yearly spending of 7 to 8 billion dollars for public and private housing. Cincinnati would fund but not participate in the public housing share unless the Legislature approves tax exemption.
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CIO Wage Demands Move to Roosevelt
A CIO resolution seeks withdrawal from the War Labor Board and asks President Roosevelt to empower WLB to settle wage matters directly. It urges a 65 cent minimum wage, revisions to the Little Wagner formula, and swift case decisions while blaming Vinson and Byrnes for policy failures. The six man committee includes Thomas Fitzgerald Green Dalrymple Hillman.
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R. J. Thomas
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John Green
Shipbuilding Workers
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Sidney Hillman
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Fred Vinson
James F. Byrnes
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