08 Oct 1948
Page 7
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Newspaper
Cincinnati The Sun
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1948
Page
7
Charles Thomson, manager of Canco, leaves to head Newark plant. Joseph Uehle notes the committee’s long approval of his direct business style and honest communications as he departs.
After registration closes the article urges workers to vote for candidates who will truly represent working people and asserts the duty of every employed man and woman to participate in the election.
The text notes President Truman vetoed the Taft Hartley bill but Congress overrode the veto to enact it. It suggests expectations of a Republican president and Congress to enforce the law if elected.
The notice reports a mutual labor relations stance for the committee and mentions policies received at the plant to be distributed soon. It commends Bill Trepfz for returning a wallet found in the washroom and notes a rumored twenty pound loss by the owner. It adds brief bios of Eugene Voegele, and congratulations to Harry Paris and Joe Ennis on becoming grandfathers.
Local 1895 United Steelworkers raises funds for the Bickford Machine Tool Co Christmas party for all employees and families. Shop stewards marshal bids to cover party expenses with gifts, dancing, games, and refreshments for everyone.
PAC members Ralph Wilson Lora Nace and Dick Lang debate noon political issues in a basement session. James Bristow voices closed subject after Boone County last Republican shooting 15 years ago. Earl Ogborn criticizes the Second District Congressman over not listening to 750 Laurel Homes eviction troubled families.
Oil Workers Local 395 CIO ended a 12 week strike at the Standard Oil Co. of Ohio No. 1 refinery in Cleveland. The two year contract raises average hourly pay by 20 cents and covers holidays vacations overtime pay wage inequities plant operation responsibility union recognition and an employer transportation clause with a wage reopening after July 1, 1949.
A fragmented list shows grocery prices in 1946 including margar eggs pork chops milk and butter with various prices per unit. The text mentions April 15 and notes prices are higher, suggesting a discussion of household costs tied to civic participation.
Entertainment Committee of Local 256 Unirea Jewelry Plaything and Novelty Workers boosts local spirit at a recent picnic. The group photo features Archie Tewast chairman along with George Dutch Bock Otto Happy Groff Ed Bell and Bill Bosse.
Local 256 marked the tenth anniversary of the International Union, praising Anthony Esposito as president and Alex Bail and James Wolfrom in key roles. The report notes growth from the PJNW’s eastern roots to nationwide reach and near doubling of membership over four years, with scene glimpses of committee activity and a lighthearted incident involving Red Six and a carpet sweeper.
Local 3105 CIO, Steelworkers, held its October meeting. Earl T. Wagner endorsed the Democratic Congressional candidate from the Second District and spoke to members. Joseph Dolwig outlined Community Service Clinics sponsored by CIO in several cities and urged intelligent voting to reclaim gains from 1932 to 1946.
Oil Workers Local 508 announces Gulf Refinery unit meetings moved to the second Wednesday of each month at 7 30 p m. in the refinery meeting hall. The notice indicates updated session times affecting all member attendance and coordination.
At the last meeting Ollie Hall was called for the $3 attendance prize. The report questions where Ollie was and notes the October meeting attendance award will amount to be determined.
Bernie Wols was sent home with dermatitis last week causing a grievance committee to take his case to management. Andy Kerr fished Lake Geneva Indiana reporting ducks hindered his catch and suggesting to bring a gun next time.
President O A Knight of the Oil Workers International Union CIO calls for federal action to end monopoly like bargaining by California oil refiners. He alleges California firms act in concert to block wage demands and push gasoline prices higher.
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