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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1916
Page
4
Railway men discuss an eight hour day with divisions varying by distance. They argue for a time or mileage basis, proposing a day’s pay for eight hours or 100 miles, with overtime at time and a half. Passenger service remains on a more favorable basis.
A circular from the big four trainmen unions outlines an August fifth end date for the strike vote on a proposed 100 million dollar wage increase. Ballots require member signatures and secrecy, with no arbitration option on the table and strict penalties for sharing information.
A federal appeal argues Congress should empower the Interstate Commerce Commission to settle labor disputes, matching its wage and rate powers. It warns a nationwide railroad strike would devastate the public and the economy, urging prompt legislation to prevent disaster.
The Free Press editorially notes a tag mistake in refusing arbitration and argues that fair arbitrators should award the requested sum. It states the public pays transportation bills and may face higher living costs if the demand is unmet.
A damaged clipping warns of a threatened wound and calamity to the people of the United States. The fragment references Brooklyn and mayoral chatter amid alarmist rhetoric.
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