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Winnipeg Citizen

Location

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Date

May 27, 1919

Page

3

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.

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.

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.

Hudson's Bay Company Brereton Buchanan James Street McPhillips Street

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