Rail strike averted as unions postpone walkout
Jedd Dodd said talks with Amtrak made progress and a settlement is possible as the midnight strike deadline loomed. No decision yet on Conrail. commuters urged to ride Amtrak. Union leaders emphasized avoiding public harm, while Congress prepared for possible action if needed.
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Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way
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Freight strike stalls contract talks amid rail disruption
In April 1991 a strike by 235000 freight rail workers halted major carriers after three years of bargaining. The walkout disrupted most Amtrak services nationwide outside the Northeast corridor from Washington to Boston and some commuter trains.
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SEPTA advises bus routes if Amtrak strike disrupts R2 R5 riders
Philadelphia area commuters face route changes if Amtrak strikes halt R2 from Wilmington and R5 from Paoli Parkesburg. R3 Media Elwyn remains open, owned by SEPTA. A1 Airport Line will shut. riders should check bus schedules to reach Philadelphia or 69th Street Terminal for Market Frankford Line transfers. Chester area riders may use routes 106 113 114 116 117 118 or 119. R2 riders can use Route 102 trolley to 69th Street or Clifton or Aldan for R3. R5 riders may use routes 103 105 106 115, or 105 via various SEPTA lines. some areas served by 118 124 125 and trolley route 100. Contact SEPTA Information Center at (215) 580-7800.
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