Lawful Picketing Advised By Supreme Court Ruling
Roanoke Rapids confronts picketing by United Textile Workers at four mills. Pickets shifted to city property with sheriff backing lawful conduct. Supreme Court in American Steel Foundries vs Tri City Central Trades Council emphasizes free passage to work and non aggression, condemning persistent obstruction as intimidation.
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Picketing deemed unlawful amid three week strike clashes
A judge describes picketing led by several unions during a three week strike as intimidating and unlawful. Groups of four to twelve formed picket lines with electricians cranemen machinists and blacksmiths. Assaults and disturbed order rendered peaceful persuasion impossible and the court enjoins the activity as unlawful.
What About The Hospital In Roanoke Rapids
The Roanoke Rapids Hospital faces closure as mill payrolls stop and revenue from private and mill patients ends. With no new funds from Duke Endowment or federal sources, only a small surplus remains for a few days, forcing possible service curtailment and delaying emergencies for the region.
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