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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1920
Page
2
The speaker argues workers should use union rights to pursue fair wage increases and government promises, insisting the demands are just and that petitions for higher pay are being pigeonholed rather than fairly considered. The tone defends organized labor and condemns delays in delivering a square deal.
An Essterville report argues railroad workers, including trainmen and shopmen, are among the lowest paid laborers. Despite hardship from long time away from home and idle periods, unions seek a fair wage raise to match other industries. Strikes are avoided for patriotic reasons, but patience wavers as promises fade.
A New York Sun editor cites a writer who argues overalls in spirit mean thrift not waste. The piece urges restraint in consumption and work, praising prudent living and balanced use of resources as a moral and economic ideal.
A editorial column argues against unnecessary purchases like fancy overalls and calls for sane economics and fair wages. It notes labor unrest, cites H Leake Wildey visiting Estherville to discuss roads, Esch Cummins, and campaigning plans. It reports two carloads of sugar moved from Rock Island to Milwaukee with rusted, aged stock.
In Philadelphia carpenters press for a five day workweek with pay equal to six days and want rest paid by others. The column argues the idea is seductive but economically untenable, warning that widespread wage shifting is a dangerous illusion and could fuel social unrest as conditions worsen.
Senator Johni Hammill of Britt seeks the Republican nomination for lieutenant governor. A longtime Iowa figure, he served as state senator in the 48th district across the 3rd and 34th assemblies, earning a strong record. He is a prominent lawyer and business leader, trusted by citizens. Emmet County voters urged to give him a large primary majority.
The passage notes rising TV prices and costs for wearers while woolen goods stay pricey. It argues clothing prices will drop only if material costs and manufacturers’ values fall. It compares gardening to weather, urging less rain from Jupiter Pluvius to keep growth steady.
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