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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1921
Page
6
The International Metal Workers report outlines harsh conditions faced by workers in Russia. It documents low wages, long hours, unsafe facilities, and limited rights while calling for improved labor protections and international attention.
A Menshevik report to the International Metal Workers Federation, released by the AFL, describes harsh Soviet repression under Bolshevik rule in Russia. It details restricted unions, banned meetings, and speech, compulsory labor, militarization of industries, and dire worker hunger with pay in kind and scarce rations.
National Guard transfers from Topeka set in motion for Lawrence to organize three Fourth Infantry machine gun companies. Major Frank E. Jones becomes regimental MG officer, with Dinsmore Alter and Samuel P. Moyer promoted to captain. McKone moves to small arms inspection. units will be D H and M in Lawrence. Also 45000 Seamen May Strike if wage cuts follow talks with owners.
The Lawrence column notes weekly city commission meeting tonight and Douglas county district court session next week. Wind and sunshine affected weekend golfing and outdoor activity. Major Zenovi Pechkoff of France will speak at tomorrow’s Chamber of Commerce meeting. A. L. Cox reports a bad attack but shows slight improvement. Street corner salesmen multiply with spring weather.
Major General Harboard, named as probable army chief of staff, was a classmate of Carl E. Friend at Kansas State Agricultural College. The Lawrence Country Club greens are improving with trimmed fairways. A mixer at the clubhouse tomorrow night includes supper, boxing, wrestling and other stunts for members and invited guests.
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