Gompers confronts Open Shop fears at AFL annual convention
In Denver Samuel Gompers opens the American Federation of Labor convention as critics circle him over wartime wages and calls to curb production. The piece says opposition grows and hints at a possible challenge from John L. Lewis of the United Mine Workers, with Gompers’ long leadership looming large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Federation of Labor
Denver
Colorado
Samuel Gompers
Gompers
John Lewis
United Mine Workers
Gomers
Stay With It Farmers urged to support home creamery
The piece urges Montana farmers to stay with their local creamery despite low butter fat prices. It argues enduring demand, scarce cash, and the value of home industry, warning against patronizing outside creameries for short term gain and urging united, year round support.
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Montana
West
Why crude oil prices fall and who benefits
The writer questions persistent crude price drops, asks who gains while consumers pay more for refined products, and notes Cat Creek crude at $1.00 after $4–$5 a year ago. He cites potential production declines in old Mexican wells, currency stringency, and worries about big operators crowding out independents in the Cat Creek field.
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Old Mexico
Cat Creek
Custer Hiway Update and Dark Sky Forecast
The latest report on the Custer Hiway from Elk Creek to the county line notes rough unfinished sections and slow contractor progress. Completion was expected by July 1 but now drifts toward August, demanding faster finishing work to keep a usable summer route.
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Democrat News
Billings
Lewistown
Elk Creek
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E. A. Long Crowley
McLean Elevator Company
Grain Growers Elevator
J. K. Raugstad
G. B. Laird
Frank C. Laird
Laird & Laird
W. S. Smith
E. Main Street
Lewistown, Montana
Congoleum
Biianca
J. M. Vrooman & Son, Proprietors
Eee Tech
THE
Federation and Gompers
S the
Prairie
Dawson Counties
Oregon
Jersey
State Board of Hail Insurance
Helena, Mont
Judith Hardware
the Store of Service
Auto and Tractor Supplies
Pioneer Imp. & Auto Co
Viking Cream
Moline
Tires
Ford Parts
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