Labor Is Full Partner In U S Economy
President Truman declares Labor Day marks progress and urges labor to remain a full partner in domestic and international efforts. He praises workers’ role in democracy and economic growth, notes improving labor management relations, and calls for continued devotion to better wages, conditions, and security at home and abroad.
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Murray to Deliver Labor Day Radio Address on ABC
CIO President Philip Murray will deliver a Labor Day address over ABC. The broadcast originates from Pittsburgh and will be heard in Cincinnati via Station WSAI at 5 p.m. on Monday September 5.
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Dixiecrats expelled from Democratic Committee meeting
The Dixiecrats from four states were expelled from the Democratic National Committee last week after bolting Truman to back Strom Thurmond. The committee named William M. Boyle Jr. national chairman and Thurmond's name was ordered removed from the roll. Truman invited the exiles to return if they support the party platform.
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Labor Day 1949 Outlook on Recession and Liberal Policy
The CIO pledges continued liberal government programs to repeal Taft Hartley, raise minimum wages, expand welfare, and boost civil liberties. It argues for stronger buying power and full employment through free collective bargaining and effective government action to lift the economy from recession.
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