Rail strike triggers cabinet talk and wage board formation
President Wilson called a Cabinet meeting to discuss the general situation as a nationwide rail strike disrupts industries. The Department of Justice sought the names of striking employees from Pennsylvania and New York Central railroads to identify leaders. A railroad labor board was named to address grievances, with members from Public, Railroad, and Employees roles, awaiting Senate action.
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Washington
Pennsylvania and New York Central Railroad
Department of Justice
Department
Strike in West Boosts Chicago Rail Traffic Recovery
The strike in the West improved Chicago conditions as rail workers east of Pittsburg and in the Pacific Northwest pushed for normalization. New York passenger service suffered, with thousands idle unless the situation changes. Armed guards in Jersey City ferried mail halted by the strike. Across the Ohio river to the coast, leaders described the strike as burning out while awaiting Attorney General Palmer's policy. Charles F. Cline ordered workers to return or quit for replacement labor. Northwest disruptions persisted with Everett and Spokane units voting on future action. By contrast Chicago moved toward normality with 25 percent more freight than last week and 10,000 back at work. 35,000 still idle nationwide.
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Chicago
Pittsburg
Pacific Northwest
New York
Pennsylvania
Jersey City
Ohio River
Palmer
Charles F. Cline
United States
Northwest
West
Great Northern
Northern ‘Pacific
Everett
Wash
Northern Pacific
Spokane
Oregon, Washington Railroad & Navigation Company
Chicago, Mitwan ‘Kee
East
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Illinois Central Railroad
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Talroad
Passenger Trains Delayed in Columbus
Passenger trains faced delays on April 13 as train crews and yard staff operated under strain. Railroad officials anticipated only minor hold ups despite a breakdown of a passenger set and broader service disruptions affecting freight and express movements.
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Columbus
Newspapers in Youngstown Adopts Shortage Limit
April 13 edition notes eight page afternoon issues and sixteen page morning editions. Officials announce a persistent newspaper shortage and a fixed publication limit until further notice.
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Youngstown
Willys-Overland to Close Toledo Plant Tonight
reports that 6000 idle railroad workers had decided not to return to work. the freight tie up persisted and food shortages grew. Willys-Overland plans to close the plant tonight due to lack of fuel and material. about fourteen thousand men work at the plant. civil industries are curtailing operations and preparing for suspension.
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Toledo
Willys
Overland Company
Coal shortage curtails Columbus to Marion traction service
Veleward and Marion Traction Company announced a half reduction in service between Columbus and Marion due to coal shortages from the electric railroad strike. Headquarters reported only four steam shovels were operating as the coal industry faced near paralysis.
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Columbus
Veleward and Marion Traction Company
Marion
Ohio Coal Mines Closed Amid Strike Disruptions
Ohio mines faced widespread closures as railroad car shortages and a general strike affected operations. Reports indicate a mix of nearly all small sections idle while larger mines remained shut, with thousands of miners laid off as traffic halted and supply lines stalled.
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Columbus
Ohio
General Ireland Strike Sparks Protests Across Islands
An Associated Press report from London notes a general strike action beginning in Ireland amid protests against political prisoners. The strike called for broad participation and aimed to pressure authorities over detention and treatment.
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iBy Associated Press
London
Ireland
Iin
Cho
Cleveland Strike Spreads in April 13 Rail Walkout
Cleveland rail workers strike spreads to Collinwood as 200000 member Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen faces turnover in leadership. About 200 repairers and 50 inspectors walk out while 36 NY Central switchmen and 50 Big Four workers return to duty. Freight limited. passenger and mail trains run near normal. Leaders deny moves to oust Grand Lodge officers. wage demands cited.
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Cleveland
Collinwood
New York Central Line
New York Central
Big Four
Brotherhoods of Railroad
Grand Lodge
Cers
Lee
Vote Against Striking Pittsburg Vote Ends Trainmen Strike
Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen on the Pennsylvania line near Pittsburg voted this morning against joining the general strike. Official dispatch reports the vote was practically unanimous. In Portsmouth Ohio division HQ of Norfolk Western estimated 150 switchmen brakemen and switch tenders had joined yesterday’s strike.
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Associated Press
Pittsburg
Brotherhood of Railroad
Pennsylvania Railroad
Pittsborg
Portsmouth
Norfolk Lead Western
Government to announce stance on railroad strike today
Washington April 13 government attitude toward the railroad strike expected today from Attorney General Palmer. Justice agents have been gathering data nationwide to assess federal action and possible I W W links. Palmer said the government will not shirk responsibility but will wait for complete reports before acting. Congress delays strike action pending labor board setup and President Wilson moves to name nine nominees. The post office warns against mail interference under federal statutes.
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Washington
Palmer
Department of Justice
Labor Board
Wilson
Senate
Post Office Department
Wood cancels campaign for President due to railroad strike
Boston April 13 Major General Leonard Wood withdraws his leave of absence to pursue the Republican nomination and will depart for Chicago to resume command of the Central Department. He says the move is prompted by disrupted railroad conditions.
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Associated Press
Boston
Leonard Wood Today
Chicago
Central Department
Walter Davies Appeal Being Heard Today
The appeal of Walter Davies, former cashier at City Bank of Lorain, convicted of embezzling over $756000, is before the third district Court of Appeals in courtroom No. 1. Attorneys Boyd and Stevens argue for Davies while Mears and Findley represent the state. The hearing concentrates on grounds for a new trial, with Davies’ counsel asserting non responsibility for acts of an assistant cashier who pled guilty.
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Walter Davies
Court of Common Pleas
City Bank of
Lorain
Hughes
Lima
Crow
Kenton
Kinder
Findley
Third District Court of Appeals
Washburn
W. H Boyd
Cleveland
F. M. Stevens
Davies
Walter D. Mears
Guy Findley
Boyd
William Treble
Exchange Club weighs plan for state organization
The Exchange club met at the Andwur hotel for a regular weekly session. Rev W Winters spoke on impressions from a trip to Washington. President Harry Rodington attended a Dayton conference of state delegates to form a state organization. The club grows steadily and aims to become a top social body in the city.
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Exchange Club
Andwur Hotel
W. Winters
Washington
Harry Rodington
Dayton
Elyria Clergy Meet to Plan Church Survey
Elyria clergymen call a Wednesday four o'clock meeting at the I C A building to discuss arrangements for a city religious census. A small fire damaged W J Sharp's home at 134 East Broad Street last night at 11 16 from an overheated exhaust pipe, with about 160 dollars in losses.
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Elyria
W. J. Sharp
East Broad Street
Community News Tip Offer Seeks Submissions for Elyria Chronicle
Readers are invited to submit unseen local news items from Elyria within 24 hours ending at noon. the first submission earns 25 cents and the most important item earns an additional 100 dollars. Submissions can be mailed or phoned and must not duplicate published items. acceptable news includes addresses, weddings, accidents, deaths, and new ventures.
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Chronicle-Telegram
Elyria
Bell
Claim Strike Reflects Elyria Yard Workers Pay Demands
A letter from an Elyria switchman explains the local union’s Sunday strike at 6:30 am in solidarity with Chicago for wage hikes. They seek 1.00 to 0.95 per hour increases for yard foremen and helpers, citing harsh conditions, lack of a yet appointed labor board, and past wartime pay disparities. The note ends noting continued coverage on page four.
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Elyria
Chicago
Baptists and Interchurch Movement Conference Ends
At a Oberlin First Baptist Church meeting, Prof. Hubbard presided as Pastor Weddell read Denver’s Denver Resolution. It affirms Baptist autonomy and readiness to cooperate with the Interchurch World Movement on conditions. Representatives from the denomination will join the home and foreign fields survey and follow its report with reserved freedom.
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First Baptist Church of
Oberlin
Interchurch
Hubbard
Weddell
Denver
Northern Baptist Convention
Interchurch World Movement
North America
Close Down Of Plants Imminent
The switchmen strike worsens fuel shortages in this city with wary measures to ration coal. Tracks are busy as trucks from Cleveland markets bring in goods while prices rise. Railroad workers plan a public meeting at Machinist Hall to explain the strike and the Plumb law, inviting broad attendance. Toledo Willys-Overland plant closing rumored, Elyria unaffected for now. coal and material shortages may trigger shutdowns later.
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Cleveland
Manufacturer’s Association
Machinist Hall
Hast Broad St
Wll
Willys-Overland
Toledo
Toluedo
Elyria
Anding
Tree
Kiwanis Club Postpones Meeting By One Week
The Kiwanis club regular meeting scheduled for next Friday evening has been postponed for one week. The weekday session will be held Thursday noon at the Andwur hotel with ladies invited.
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Kiwanis Club
Andwur
Free Tickets To Movies In Elyria Classifieds
Two Elyria women named in the city directory are drawn for free movie tickets. Each winner, identified in the classified column, must present themselves at the Chronicle Telegram office to receive two tickets for one of four local theaters for tomorrow evening. The drawing continues each evening.
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Elyria
Chronicle-Telegram
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Henry Hunt
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R. M. Barton
Tennessee
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J. H. Elliott
William L. Park
Albert Phillips
A. ©. Wharton
James J. Forrester
Ohio Coal Mines
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U. S
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