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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1945
Page
5
A Raleigh writer notes a survey showing travelers prioritize food and lodging as much as scenery. He cites hotels with bland menus hurting business and urges better, genuinely local Carolina dishes to draw visitors, along with improved roads and standard pricing.
An advertisement touts INNERAID as a remedy for digestive issues with claims of bowel cleansing relief from bloating headaches and constipation. It asserts users regain appetite and energy and cites “12 Great Herbs” for cleansing the stomach and kidneys.
Two Pittsburgh women organized a magazine distribution effort for troop trains. Their operation runs seven days a week and now requires 3,500 new magazines daily. Recently the volunteers serviced 190 cars in one day.
Major Thomas M. Nial explains the difference between GI bill training for all veterans and Public Law 16 vocational rehabilitation for those disabled in service. He details eligibility after Sept 16, 1940, disability criteria, discharge terms, and the need to overcome postwar vocational handicaps.
A pamphlet outlines the American Federation of Hosiery Workers as a democratic union for hosiery workers. It highlights its purpose, member control, and leadership under National President Alexander McKeown of Philadelphia, noting years of knitting experience and respect from employers and officials. The text argues against anti union propaganda and promotes studying the sources behind criticisms of unions.
Workers learned one person cannot bargain with the employer who needs workers but not a single worker. The 1915 wage cuts and mistreatment spurred hosiery workers to form a real union to demand fair terms. They joined together to bargain on equal terms and strengthen their position with employers.
The AFHW’s policy is set at an annual convention with representatives from all branches. Between conventions a National Executive Board made up mainly of machine workers makes decisions. Major questions go to referendum where every hosiery worker votes. Contracts are negotiated by the worker with expert help. Organizing non union mills is a goal to protect high standards, with many South organizers on staff.
Hosiery workers in High Point call in a union representative amid discontent with conditions. The article notes ongoing labor tensions and union involvement shaping discussions at the local hosiery plants.
The Hosiery Workers Union affiliates with the CIO through the Textile Workers Union. The CIO is a Congress of Industrial Organizations aimed at uniting workers in one union per industry. Its president is Philip Murray, contrasting with AFL leader William Green.
The text explains that John L. Lewis, president of the United Mine Workers, had no connection to the Hosiery Workers or the CIO. It notes Lewis and his union left the CIO in 1940 after disapproval of the CIO's support for President Roosevelt, emphasizing a distinct break with the CIO.
The AFHW has raised coastwiner goods wages to the highest in the industry. It shortened the work week from 60 hours in 1913 to 40 hours today. It secured an insurance plan for illness or accident and promoted fair treatment. It fostered respect for hosiery workers and parity with management. It supported a modern housing project and more.
Institute notice listing union locations at 81144 Main St Worth St High Point Burlington and 821 A Jefferson Ltd Building Greensboro North Carolina. Includes a slogan urging readers to get the facts and discuss with friends.
A large congregation heard Dr. Dewis speak at Green Street Baptist Church on Remembering God and avoiding neglect of Bible reading and prayer. The sermon warned that forgetting God leads to selfishness, broken homes, and worldly mindset, with further services announced for the week along with an executor’s notice and multiple divorce actions filed in High Point courts.
Mrs. Anna Bay marked her 102nd birthday at home in Lewistown Pennsylvania. The centenarian remains alert and reads newspapers daily to stay informed.
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