Truman Wins Labor Backing Ahead of Swing Through Northeast
President Truman, preparing a broad campaign tour of Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey, received 26 labor leaders at the White House who pledged full support. The 28 union heads from Labor Committee for Truman and Barkley conveyed strong backing and praised his no-nonsense policies. George Harrison, committee chairman, predicted a heavy union vote as wage earners back Truman.
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New Jersey
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New Jersey Federation of Labor
Yale scientists propose cheap portable iron lung device
Two Yale University researchers Dr Harold Lamport and Dr Ralph Diehhorn say an inexpensive light portable iron lung can be produced for infantile paralysis victims, offering a potential rescue for patients in need.
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Yale University
Harold Lamport
Ralph Diehhorn
Polls urged for labor day vote and contracts in Illinois
November 2 message urges union members to vote for candidates sympathetic to labor to lower prices improve housing and protect union gains. Reports delegate Frank Harrelson Bud Dinker Robert Lovell and Bert attended the Illinois Federation of Labor convention in Chicago. Obituary notes A.W. Huber charter member of Pipefitters Local 553 died October 4 at Granite City home. Western Trades Council negotiations near with Western Cartridge Company. nine crafts involved. Bert Chapman named delegate to Metal Trades convention in Cincinnati October 8.
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Chicago
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Wood River Oil
Bert Chapman
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Department of the American Federation of Labor
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Cincinnati
Sickness and Off-Job Accidents Major Absence Cause
The September 1947 Monthly Labor Review reports illness and off the job accidents as the leading causes of absenteeism among manufacturing workers. Based on a survey in 246 plants by BLS, SS Administration, and Public Health Service, the average worker was absent 9.6 days, with illness and nonindustrial accidents causing 5.5 days, personal reasons 2.5 days, and industrial injuries 0.8 days.
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Social Security ‘Administration
U. S. Public Health’ Service
Price Defends World Peace as Nations Edge Toward War
Congressman Price blames Soviet Russia for world fear and urges readiness for peace through strong defense. He cites UN tensions in Paris, warns against nationalism, and praises Truman’s labor backing and Taft Hartley veto while urging votes to support pro worker policies and strong international posture.
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Competition Does Help In Toothbrush Bristles Debate
Toothbrush makers worry nylon bristles extend brush life reducing sales. A monopoly could quickly fix this by cutting quality, restoring demand.
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Wisdom on speed and truth in friendship
Emerson urges a lasting bond built on truth as speed warnings echo in a succinct life message. A motto promotes safer driving with a call to slow down for longevity and personal responsibility.
Nancy Sarsage Re elected Vice President of Ill Culinary Workers
Nancy Sarsage financial secretary of Bartenders and Waitresses Local No. 243 was reelected vice president of the Illinois State Culinary Workers at a Chicago convention held in September. Over 100 delegates represented various locals across the state. Sarsage begins a second term and chaired the credentials committee.
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Chicago
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Hugo Ernst
Watson
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Decatur
Kentucky
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Ohio
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