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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1919
Page
1
Washington Post report on organized labor declaring a coal strike to begin November 1, with Gompers calling union chiefs to confer and fears of a nationwide industrial war. The piece frames labor’s aims to dominate steel and other industries, warning of wide disruption and government upheaval.
Lewis orders every mine to quit on November 1 threatening 500,000 workers. Union leaders plan broad action while operators back Wilson plan for talks. Reds plotting in Gary and the coal dealers pledge no price raise and urge draft enforcement. Wilson dissolves the conference as miners blame operators, and fears of a national shutdown spread across steel and rail sectors.
The President urges miners and operators in the bituminous coal fields to reconvene wage scale committees without reservations to negotiate a peaceful settlement. He emphasizes public welfare, urges arbitration if no mutual understanding is reached, and notes government interest in maintaining fuel supply and operation of mines during disputes.
An Associated Press report notes Samuel Gompers announced a future conference of 112 AFL affiliated international unions in Washington to coordinate actions with railroad brotherhoods and farmers. The plan aims to leverage collective bargaining and pressure for wage gains, amid broader debates on open shop versus union dominance.
The Gary steel strike expands into a Red Guard scare with discharged soldiers patrolling the city. Lieut Van Buren testifies that Hungarian and Russian agitators and German linked groups promote anti American aims while Anderson counters that Reds are few. Officials fret over nationwide fallout and possible arbitration.
Tokyo reports the United States has sent a second note urging Japan to state its policy on the Trans Siberian Railroad and Liberia troops withdrawal. The American note seeks a definite cooperative stance or confirmation of an independent U S policy, with a Japanese reply expected soon.
The White House reports progress as President Wilson urges continued negotiations to end the coal strike deadlock. Officials note improved health and ongoing efforts on prohibition enforcement despite withheld Attorney General opinions. Also, the Trenity Community Center hosted 490 children with games and prize writings from Japanese and Chinese writers.
Long Washington debate centers on reservations to a European pact. Key Republicans and Democrats signal split positions as President Wilson eyes strategy. Analysts expect a close vote, with factions lining up for ratification or rejection amid ongoing negotiations on the treaty.
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