Winnipeg council debates sympathetic strikes and civic layoffs
City officials wrestle with a broad labor dispute as aldermen push a plan to fire striking civic workers and require loyalty pacts. The debate centers on collective bargaining, sympathetic strikes, and the influence of international unions amid a Winnipeg strike.
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Queen
Labor
Simpson
Wiginton
Norris
Sparling
Fowler
Alderman Queen
Pulford
Gray
Civic Employes Federation
Civic Service
Hamlin
Fisher
Winnipeg
Citizens' Committee Calls for Permanent Fire Brigade
The Citizens' Committee of one thousand submitted two resolutions to Mayor Gray and Winnipeg council. They condemn the firemen strike and urge hiring only efficient workers, and request immediate organization of a permanent, loyal volunteer brigade to be replaced by a permanent force when ready.
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Gray
City Council
Citizens’ Committee of
Winnipeg
Correction on water pressure during Friday fire near Hudson's Bay store
The Citizen corrects May 24 reporting errors on hydrant pressure. City Engineer Brereton and Fire Chief Buchanan state high pressure at 125 pounds, rising to 160 during the fire as volunteers manned James street plant. McPhillips street pumps maintained 85 pounds for domestic service, with two pumpers assisting.
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Hudson's Bay Company
Brereton
Buchanan
James Street
McPhillips Street
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