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Trade union action drives wage reductions and strikes
A chaotic report outlines union opposition to wage cuts at Ward's factory and Surey Mills. Workers walk off after talks fail, with Disputes Committees pressed by leaders from the Building Trades and other unions to resist lower pay. Public notices urge militant action and solidarity across unions amid ongoing disputes and arming for further strikes. The piece notes Melbourne and Newcastle unions planning coordinated responses and warnings about enforcement and penalties.
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Ward
Surey Mills
Worksrop
Menagement
Labor
Conneil
Cwinn
Stovemakers’ Union Ienlivagn
Uniona Fale
Building ‘Trades Committee
Building Trades’ Union