On November 4, Mary Dreier, head of the Women's Trade Union League, is arrested for speaking to a striker. The police quickly release Dreier when they learn who she is. I'd never have arrested you in the world. The officer's remark is widely reported in newspapers. Many workers are outraged that wealth can make such a difference in how the police treat people.
Many speakers urge the workers to be cautious.
I say that we go on a general strike. The crowd jumps to its feet as people cheer, stamp, and wave handkerchiefs in agreement. The next day, workers report to their jobs, unsure what to do. Then they stand up and walk out. The streets are crowded with workers.