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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1919
Page
1
A statement urges striking workers to end the walkout, claiming peace will ensue if the strike ends promptly. the speaker warns no peace while the walkout persists. The message underscores urgency for resolution and contrasts immediate action with continuing disruption.
In Winnipeg, employers back government and reject talks. Central strike committee refuses to call off sympathetic walkout as the general labor controversy drags on. Western Labor News reports union leaders vow to extend the strike while seeking settlements but face firm employer resistance.
Associated Press reports Martin G Rean, president of the Brotherhood of Rathead Carmen, revoked the charter of the local wilous in Winnipeg and a third at Ramontoy, Canada, saying members violated union law by funding organizing efforts for the "One Big Upton" movement. The AFL centers note similar actions are planned by other international union leaders.
The Japanese government allegedly stated that in Korea during April 17,120 people were arrested for participating in disturbances against Japanese rule. Of these, 10776 received prison sentences, 6327 cases await disposition, and 17 are in prison awaiting formal charges.
Governor Hobby asks Secretary Baker to call up the Texas First and Second Cavalry for border duty amid tense Mexico situation. War Dept seeks Southern District view. border force reportedly exceeds 20,000 troops across cavalry, infantry, artillery and air units from Yuma to Laredo, with Maj. Gen. Cabell preparing dispositions to safeguard lives and property.
Washington reports no training camps for civilians or reserve officers will open this summer. The War Department advised Charles IL Pike, chairman of the Military Training Camps Association, that the decision stems from a lack of fluids and related resource concerns affecting operations.
Okanogan Wash July 7. Storrs, who faced a felony charge linked to his alleged relations with Lath Garrison, seeks to marry her while his trial proceeds. The defense, presented by counsel for TD ME Stores, was rejected by Superior Judge John S. Furey after a recent acquittal for the murder of Mrs. Storrs. Miss Garrison remains an inmate at the state penitentiary in Walla Walla following her acquittal.
Associates Press reports that wartime prohibition is expected to end around Labor Day as Army demobilization nears completion. Hotels plan rate hikes from 25 to 50 cents daily at smaller establishments, while larger hotels may raise 75 cents to $1.25. Liquor dealers anticipate sale and service changes between July 16 and September 1 as saloons convert to other venues.
Port Townsend June 7 An Associated Press report says Lawrence Smith aged reichts reported to police that intruders broke into his beach shack last night and took Liberty bonds valued at 65000. Smith, long-time resident with a nearby ranch, keeps much of his cash on his person.
Nine American miners report that two Americans are dead and several Mexicans killed in Yaqui bandit raids in Sonora's La Colorada district over the past two weeks. The group cites killings at Vavojoa and Nuri, with an American truck driver shot and a mining engineer killed, attributed to Yaquis and bandits.
American firms awarded contracts in France for rebuilding areas destroyed in Rheims Nancy and Soissons totaling 200 DM francs. Official representatives of the Elm Company and Steed Corporation are en route to the United States.
Unclear report states a bank in Sioux City suburb Leeds was robbed on a June day. Two or more men seized cash and Liberty bonds from the deeds bank, then fled in an automobile.
Berlin reports indicate a Bavarian cabinet error in permitting Levine Nissen’s execution may spark a fresh Spartacist challenge. A general strike erupted as independent socialist organ Dr Freiheit unleashed editorial attacks. The Spartacist movement, long in preparation, responds to the Karl murder trials.
Paris reports show deadlock as French and British delegates remain far apart on German counter proposals. The American mediator’s position persists, while May Make Time Next Week is discussed. Minor commissions' reports to the council Monday may accelerate progress as allies push for a rapid agreement. Other dispatches note details of Admiral Kolchak’s reply to entente recognition conditions.
The Commercial Telegraph Company employees are called to a walkout affecting railway services. Electrical workers directly and the railway's rhythm indirectly suffer, with reports stating they will be discharged for union affiliation as part of a nationwide telegraphers walkout.
Chicago June 7 1919 strike order declares a walkout of all telegraph and telephone employees against Western Union American Telephone and Telegraph Postal Telegraph and Cable companies and affiliated firms including Mackay and North American units. International President Rollenkamp states strike to begin Wednesday June 1 at 3 am standard time.
Chicago June 7 telegraph and telephone operators members of the Commercial Telegraphers Union of America were ordered to strike nationwide. General headquarters issued the order via telegraph from S. J. Kanenkamp international president who was en route to Chicago at the time. The strike applies to several companies including Western Union and the Wesind Telegraph.
In Toledo Judge John M. Killits issued a temporary injunction halting interference with Willys-Overland workers and plant operations. The order targets auto trades conduct and labor leaders, effective 1:30 p.m. Tuesday with the plant expected to reopen under armed guard and a reduced force. Violations may lead to a permanent injunction and punishment by the PsaMe MATEs.
Four arrested figures including an army officer face US indictments over a $30 million munitions defraud scheme. Capt Sotarios Cholson in Washington led the archatece department finance unit. Gen. Ligh Browne a Detroit sportsman. Fred Colina a Greek vice consul. Bert Harris a New York junk dealer. Trial set at Fort Wayne. further details continued on page 4.
Reported plans show jfom pany and the Pastat Telegrag and Cable company facing a potential strike. Estimates claim 60 000 to 100 000 workers could be affected with about 25 000 said to belong to the union. Outside ranks, wire workers pledge support. President Konenkamp authorized the nalley strike after days in Washington following a regional telegraph walkout and firings tied to union actions.
The National Cloak Suit and Skirt Manufacturers Association reveals fall and winter ladies wear. Coats and suits adopt long straight lines with full skirts about seven inches above the floor for ease of walking. Fur trimmed, braided and embroidered jackets. coats extend just above the knee. velvet wraps and coats highlighted by brown as the leading color.
Twenty thousand men paraded in Buffalo in a demonstration against prohibition, organized by the local central labor council. All saloons were closed for three hours to support the event.
Taft ends speech tour with pledge that a wide majority of Americans and most senators will back the League of Nations. The Taft to Enforce Peace group hosted the meeting as he urged approval, asserting national sentiment favors the league.
Special to The Independent from Washington June 7 Charles Moyer president of the Mine, Mill and Smelter Workers' international union wired the labor department warning of a serious condition developing in the Coeur dAlene mining district of Idaho due to activity by agents from Butte Montana sent to hinder friendly relations between workers and operators. Conferences are under way among workers of five local unions as there are half a dozen camps in the district, which has a history of violent labor troubles.
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