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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1920
Page
5
Editorial letters argue against an Open Shop push in Vernon. They claim the Chamber of Commerce backs unity and labor harmony, warning laborers and families would lose wages and peace if the plan proceeds. Fort Worth’s refusal to endorse the Open Shop is cited as prudent precedent.
A stirring editorial argues that laborers, factory workers, merchants, bankers, lawyers, doctors, and druggists should unite. It calls for practical organization among workers to gain representation, better wages, and improved conditions, urging action across communities.
Government officials discuss wage levels and economic impact amid calls for relief measures. Leaders from labor, industry, and finance outline viewpoints on wage standards, inflation, and job growth, signaling potential policy moves and cautious optimism.
Senator Calder of New York pressed the labor department on wage impacts, arguing high pay drives costs. Evidence from six major shoe plants shows wage shares rose since 191? while post production costs and material use yield per-pair costs that still leave a large gap before the $12 shoe price. The finding suggests the high price is not solely due to wages, prompting Calder to rethink blaming labor.
A brief note contemplates tracing commodities to reveal whether labor actions contribute to high cost of living. It argues economic links between workers and prices, suggesting investigation into wage impacts and supply chain tensions. The piece hints at policy questions without definitive conclusions.
The Vernon labor group asserts union strength in upbuilding the city and warns workers would rather shop elsewhere than support open shop interests. They note over 400 local workers could influence the economy and claim Open Shop supporters gained 200 new members in a week, urging broader backing.
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