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Newspaper
Labor World
Location
Alton, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1947
Page
3
The act contrasts with wage laws by requiring overtime pay after four hours of work in a single day. It limits for weekly totals and defines when pay must start accruing, outlining protections for workers under public contracts.
On Labor Day a rally at Lincoln Douglas square noted the 50th anniversary of the Alton Trades and Labor Assembly. General Manager anomas puuer of the Alton District Manufacturer's Association spoke after United Mine Workers' legislative representative Luthor German. Butler and Monsignor Sloan led the program, while attendance waned due to a three day holiday.
A reader laments the looming election and questions the proof behind the ruling opinions. The piece notes voters are blinded by enthusiasm and praise for men and women who have suddenly recognized the need to secure votes for Madison county, while praising many good men in the crowd.
The piece critiques Congress, economic woes, and party loyalties as observers warn of rising prices since controls ended. It rails against politicians and pundits, urging voters to scrutinize candidates, citing public officials and voters in a charged, era-specific voice.
A sequence of citizen notes reflects concerns about traffic lights at the Bridge entrance and East Broadway, dirty street surfaces hurting 1917 auto use, and a desire to preserve downtown spaces for clean, ample business activity. Residents from Mary Augaiecort to Lelia Ribbeck urge action and planning for 1960 and beyond.
A fragmented clipping discusses labor fees and a law related to congressional pay. The text is garbled but suggests a debate on compensation and legislative duties. No clear dates or organizations are identifiable.
A two day seminar on the act is scheduled by the Indiana Chamber for Commerce with Hartley as keynote speaker. Senator Ballot and others are barnstorming to explain the law, touting hefty salaries and “explanatory” services amid discussions of labor relations and industry speakers. Ballot, Hartley, and GOP associates push a broad program while noting large undisclosed fees and payrolls.
Fragmented quotation rails against lawmakers amid talk of elite pay, mileage, and perquisites. A critic cites a sage observer noting crusading against labor is a pleasing but impractical agenda.
In New Brunswick New Jersey a taxi driver recalls a city ride with a girl who asked to go to Cha tester Mans. After about 27 miles and hours later she exited at a Dorchester address saying she would fetch the fare. The man is still searching for her.
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