Rumors of new shops spark talk of a cafeteria plan
The piece notes rumors that Smartwear Shop on State Street may sell and Morrissey King may relocate. It mentions Ernst Clothes Shop possibly moving to Upper Alton and speculates about a central, spacious cafeteria attracting workers, while urging local outsiders to act on plans. It also references a pool project and a cancer control month proclaimed by Mayor Wade Jow.
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Wage Earners League Meeting Set in Alton
Delegates from Southern Illinois will attend a Wage Earners League conference at Glass Bottle Blowers Hall in Alton. An estimated 400 delegates are expected with a political and educational program planned. All wage earners are invited to attend.
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Reclaimed newsprint mill planned for Gary Indiana milestone
The plan to build a mill in Gary Indiana to convert used paper into de inked newsprint aims to match wood pulp quality at a price competitive with Canadian newsprint. Backers include 11 daily newspapers and one prospective magazine.
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New Manager at Carsons Jewelry in April
Alson Campbell, recently employed at Carson Jewelry, assumed duties as manager on April 5. Known locally as Ed, he served four years in World War I and invites the public to drop by and say hello.
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Alton Area Men Earn Labor Law Class Certificates
Eighteen residents from the greater Alton area received certificates for completing an evening extension class in Labor Law conducted by the University Extension division of the University of Illinois Urbana. Emerson Baetz taught the 16 week course with King Dilliar presenting at the final lecture and coverage of precepts and acts affecting labor relations and workers compensation.
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Joe S. Brien
John W. Brooks
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Richard I. Foster
Frank A. Gerard
Arthur E. Giertsen
Guy Harper
William ©. Hays
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Henry Manas
John Reid
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Theodore Yaewer
Madison County Labor League Endorses Candidates
The Madison County Non Partisan Labor League endorses local candidates after inviting them to state platforms. Members reviewed qualifications, with officers and attendees listed, as primary focus shifts to the April vote and state affairs. Governor Dwight H. Green calls for Illinois citizens to vote in the April primary amid world turmoil.
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It Is Up to You Fettion No 2 Percent Petition Appeal
A fragmented appeal urges action on margarine legislation buried 62 years in committee. About 100 Congressmen reportedly support debate and a democratic vote in the House. Organizers claim labor, farmers, and consumers demand repeal of certain food taxes.
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Labor slate approved for Madison County Primary vote
The Madison County NonPartisan Labor League lists approved candidates for the April primary. It names Senator Paul H Douglas and Congressman Melvin Price with party designations, plus state representatives Lloyd Harris and Leland Kennedy, Orville Hodge and William Straube, and county officials W Burton, Ben Staten, and others with notes of opposed slots or no action where applicable.
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Wisdom quotes about hunger and politics by Einstein
Albert Einstein once remarked that an empty stomach is not a good political adviser. The line reflects a view on practical needs shaping policy and decision making.
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New AFL Staff Appointments Name Murphy and Romani
John J Murphy named director of organization for the AFL and succeeds Frank P Fenton who moves to international representative post. Romanim named as Latin American representative and serves as secretary of Inter American Relations for the newly formed Inter American Confederation of Labor in which the AFL participates.
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Portnoy Garment plants to hold employee election
Nancy Sarnage secretary of the wartenders and Waitresses Loca No 243 state that an election will be held soon at Portnoy Garment Company plants. The contest will cover only cafeteria employees at the East Broadway and Elm Street North Alton locations as the National Labor Relations Board is expected to set a date.
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Clerks Local 344 Announces April 1 Dinner Event
Retail Clerks Local 344 plans a party after the April 1 regular meeting. The dinner begins at 7 80 p m with two hours of entertainment following business at 6 30 p m. All members are invited, active and non active urged to attend at 7 30 p m. The aim is to boost turnout and union engagement.
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Deplores Waste of Youth by James Myers on Child Labor
James Myers deplores the waste of youth noting workers' children bear the heaviest burden of exploitative labor in America. He stresses that the harmful influence of child labor hits workers' families hardest in New York City.
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Myers urges end to child labor and better schooling
Myers former industrial secretary of the Pedestal Council of Churches of Christ cites government figures of 2 million teens aged 14 to 17 employed in various industries. She warns teen injuries kill and maim, calls for rehabilitation, better schools, and says organized labor backs reforms. She criticizes labor’s role in humanitarian efforts and notes unfair competition depresses wages.
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Labor reform voice backs stronger child labor rules
Former Federal Council of Churches official Jim Myers, known as Jim Myers in labor circles, voices support for enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act. He notes hopeful signs like Virginia's new improved child labor law and expresses eagerness to rejoin the National Child Labor Committee on behalf of workers children.
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Where Do You Stand Politically Now
Fragmentary note questions allegiance and truth asserting nationwide reach and conquest of public opinion. Mentions nounin and phone lines as suspected conduits for revealing the truth, suggesting a broad influence operation.
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