09 Jan 1948
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Labor World
Location
Alton, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1948
Page
1
Readers confront Citizens Coach Company over a single rear door system causing delays as riders wait for all disembarking and boarding passengers. Alton residents push for change while Jaycees report on Madison County Jail conditions and penal reform efforts amid public scrutiny.
The Labor World recalls its 1947 influence as it exposed hospital conditions and sparked public demand for better medical services. An October feature on the John Uroan Lak case drew wide attention, spurring inspections and calls for jail reform and penal system improvements in Madison County. November notes begin a new investigation of Alton housing and public welfare concerns.
The Department of Justice accuses the DuPont Company of maintaining a cartel with international branches in England Canada France and Germany. It names the Kalle Company of Germany as a particularly significant participant and seeks court orders to divest plants to independent firms to foster competition in cellophane manufacturing. DuPont denies the charges as a judicial tactic and a battery of lawyers prepares for the court fight.
The Al son Wood Hiver Chapter of the American Red Cross will hold its annual meeting on Thursday January 25 1948 at 6 15 pm at the Red Cross Office in GA The meeting is open to the public and all interested persons are urged to attend and participate in the election of officers and new Board members The annual report of activities and finances will be distributed A showing of Red Cross work pictures is planned with one of the films titled Torado Town Tickets cost 1 25 per person Reservations must be made by Monday January 12
A historic notice reports the Army Reserve Corps leasing the Cox Building on East Broadway to establish offices for units including Company E 338th Infantry and the 936th Ordnance Heavy Automotive Maintenance Battery. The move follows confirmation of personnel, hours, and upcoming unit activations, with emphasis on public access for veterans and inquiries about Reserve Corps data.
One of Washington's leading columnists predicts the boom will continue through the first half of 1948 at least. The forecast is regarded as a strong prophecy by observers familiar with economic trends.
At the Hockiora convention of the National Manufacturers Association NAM endorses liberal policy moves including one year wage restraint, curb on bargaining, longer work weeks with time and a half overtime, cut government aid to agriculture, and tax cuts to boost capital investment and expansion. The NAM presented these as its liberal platform for 198.
A Madison County Board of Supervisors committee released recommendations to modernize the Edwards Mille jail. Proposals include better lighting, showers, more full time staff, paid cook, new mattresses, dedicated segregation, and enhanced prisoner custody.
The Southern Illinois Wage Earners Educational and Political League, active in the state, reports growth from a handful to over 200 members after a Chester meeting on November 2. The next gathering is January 28 in Belleville with bus travel from the Old Depot, 5 Front Street, at 10 a.m. Estimated cost per passenger is about $1.10, tied to bus capacity. A special appeal for attendance cites Taft Hartley law concerns.
Classes in labor problems will begin in Alton on Tuesday January 20 at 7:15 pm in the Painters union hall 512a Plaza Street. Courses cover economic principles for construction, union and employer organizations, and the development of the American labor movement. Enrollment requires a fee and is open to the public.
A broad labor dispute over pay increases led to a vote by the waitress union. An arbitration board will be formed from union and restaurant representatives to review disputed points. Local officials and members praised public support while noting economic pressures influenced the outcome.
A note warns motorists that mud and grease accumulate on the under surface of a vehicle’s fender failing to be cleaned. The built up grime can form a crust that quickly eats into the fender, causing damage.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.