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United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
STRIKING MINERS CHEER
FOR SHAFROTH AND CAPP

Almost 5000 persons crowded into the
baseball park at Lafayette Labor day to
hear Supervisor John B. McGauran of
Denver who made the Labor day ad-
dress to the striking miners of the north
ern coal fields. Beyond congratulating
the strikers On the general lack of dis
order during the long 17-months' struggle
and urging them to preserve peacable
methods in the future. McGauran made
but little reference to the present con-
hict He praised Sheriff NJ. p. Capp for
the manner in which he has handled the
strike. The miners broke into cheers
at the mention OF Capp's name, and they
lifted the lid again a moment later when
the speaker voiced his approval of the
attitude of Governor Shafroth.
McGauran devoted the greater part of
his address TO a general review of mod
ern economic conditions. He referred
to labor troubles as only one phase of
the age-long struggle between privilege
and popular rights. The intelligent use
OF the ballot. he said, is one of the most
powerful weapons in the hands of labor,
and he urged his auditors to see to il
that their children receive every advan-
tage that the present system of educa'
ton affords
Between 1000 and 200 strikers took
part in the parade. In addition there was
about 200 strong. The local unions of
Superior and Marshall Joined the Louis
vile local in that town at O'Clock this
morning and marched toward Lafayette
behind the Louisville band. They were
met on the way by the Lafayette local
and were escorted back to the union hall.
where the miners from Frederick and
Erie had assembled. After marching
through the street the parade brought
up in the ball park where the speaking
occurred.
At the conclusion OF McGaurans ad-
dress County Attorney VI. NJ. Rim of
Boulder made a short speech.
Candy was distributed to the children
in the morning. and in the afternoon
long array Of games and contests was
held for their benefit Lafayette and the
West Denver Independents clased in a
baseball game
The celebration closed at night with
dance at Union hall under the auspices
OF the woman's auxiliary.
Governor Shafroth was the principal
speaker at Boulder. Colo, where 5000
people celebrated till midnight
Victor. Colo held a demonstration
that almost depopulated Cripple Creek
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
GOVERNMENT BY
COMMISSION NEXT
Labor Takes Up Subject---Gr
Opportunity for Workers.

The agitation for a commission form
of government for Denver is, from the
present outlook, sure to bring action of
some kind in the not distant future.
Steps will be taken this fall, it is be-
lieVed, to amend the city charter in such
mission government in place of the pres
ent form.
labor's Economic League of Denver is
making study of the proposed change,
and in few weeks will be prepared to
take a stand for the working people of
Denver for the best form of commission
government from its viewpoint.
Commission government has many
good qualities to recommend it to the
working people. 1t is proposed to have
a headless ballot for the selection of can
didates at the primaries as well as at
the general election. Many are advocat-
ing the Omaha plan. The new form of
government for that city was chosen at
Saturdays election, and the primaries
take place next April.
The headless ballot will be used. The
II candidates who receive the highest
number OF votes at the primaries will be
voted upon at the general election, seven
being chosen. The seven will meet and
elect one of their number mayor He
will have no more power than any other
of the board, but will receive $4,000 a
year, the other six only $4,000 each. They
will hold office for three years, subject
to recall upon the filing of a petition
signed by 80 per cent. of the voters at
the previous election.
Each commissioner will have charge
of a department of the city work. These
department will consist of department of
public affairs; department of accounts
and finances; department of police, sani-
tation and public safety; department of
fire protection and water supply; depart
ment of street cleaning and maintenance;
department of public improvements, and
department of parks and public property.
Heads of departments will be appointed
by the commission; subordinates will be
chosen by civil service or by such other
method as is in present use
The commission will displace the city
council and all other boards except the
water board and the school board Each
commissioner will run his department
as he sees fit, but must submit all ex-
penditures and appointments to the board
for approval. Any ordinance may be
taken out of the hands of the commits
sion ana submitted TO a popular vote on
the presentation of petition signed by
15 per cent of the registered voters.
Should the people wish to do so, they
can dispense with the commission form
of government after it has been in trial
for four years.
Here is a chance, if the charter amend
ment carries, for organized labor and the
working people of Denver to place men
on a ticket and elect them. Out of a
ticket Of Il candidates labor could com
bine its strength and center on two men
and elect them and give labor control
over two departments OF city govern
ment. Although there are some opposed
to this form OF government, think it over.
II is worth while
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
BOYCOTT LIFTED FROM
UTAH CANDY FIRM.
Despite Some Protests, Federation of
Labor Calls Of War on Mcdonald
Company.

Salt Lake City, Utah-Despite the pro-
tests of the delegates the boycott which
has existed on the products of the j. G.
Mcdonald Candy company for the past
year, was ordered raised at the regular
meeting of the Salt Lake Federation of
Labor, held in Federation of Labor hall
last night The Mcdonald company was
boycotted when it refused to recognize
the chocolate dippers' union.
Calling the attention of the delegates
to the fact that the chocolate dippers
union was out of existence, and that Mr.
Mcdonald had demonstrated, as presi-
dent of the Utah State Fair association
that he was friend of union labor, ]. G.
Wilkes of the Carpenters union moved
that the name of the candy company be
removed from the blacklist. After some
protests by other delegates the motion
was carried.
On the motion OF A. L. Mathews, dele
gate of the Musicians union, a boycott
was declared on the Conservatory dance
hall, the charge being made that non
union orchestra was employed there.
A stir was created when A. E. Harvey
predicted that Samuel Gompers would
retire within a short time. He supple
mented his remarks, however, by saying
that the retirement would be due solely
to the advanced age of the labor leader.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
Hospital Department.

One is safe in saying that after the
state election next fall a way will be
opened to the citizens of the state to rid
themselves Of untaithful officeholders or
iudaes of the Whitford type.
The Direct Legislation league at the
Savoy hotel Tuesday evening voted to
adopt the real Arizona recall in prefer
ence to a measure which specifies the
acts for which an officer can be recalled.
The league by vote of 81 to Il IN
dorsed the action OF the meeting held
the previous Monday when the leagues
judiciary committee was instructed to
frame an amendment TO Colorado's con
stitution which would conform TO the re-
call provision in Arizona's constitution
before President Taft vetoed the state
hood bill.
The report of the judiciary committee
was first heard l. y. Stevens asked the
league to consider a recall measure that
was not so broad. He said that the judi
ciary committee was originally in favor
of broad recall amendment, but be-
cause of the possibility Of the supreme
court of Colorado reading into the
amendment reasonable interpreta-
tion. the Arizona provision would leave
a multitude Of loop holes,
The measure which the Judiciary COM
mittee proposed narrowed the grounds
on which a man could be recalled to;
High crimes, misdemeanors, malteas-
ance in office, conduct unoeeoming an
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
WoMAN's TRADE UNION LEAGUE.

The Woman's Trade Union League
held a meeting Sunday afternoon at 31S
Club building. The principal subject be-
fore the league was the proposed dance
and entertainment to be given for the
benefit of the miners wives and children
in the northern coal fields. The subject
was thoroughly discussed and several ad-
ditional committees were appointed to
assist the main committee.
On request of the ladies of the South
ern Methodist church, a committee OF
three was appointed to meet with them
and talk over the situation of the miners
wives and children and the best way to
help them. 1t was decided by the league
to hold a meeting every Sunday undl
further notice.
There was so subscribed by members
to the miners relief committee.
The attendance was the largest in the
history of the league and a campaign of
organization was launched which should
bring results.
The organization committee was in
creased from three to ten and given in
structions to visit the towns in the vicin-
ity of Denver and organize branches.
Every member at last meeting pledged
themselves TO bring at least one new
member TO the next meeting.
The dues are only ten cents per month
and every man and woman interested in
bettering the conditions of the working
girls should join in the league and help
them in their work.
The league will meet every Sunday at
500 Club building and everybody inter
ested is invited to attend.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
Recall for Judges To Be Initiated

officer. or violation OF written anti-eIec-
ton pledges"
The Arizona amendment said eX-
Governor c. 5. Thomas, would allow
voters who do not like my bald head or
who think l am too thin and tall to cir
culate a petition to oust me. 1t is ridic-
ulous to allow the people this power. 1t
gives an opportunity for mob rule which
is always bad"
J. r. Hermann said that in adopting
any recall measure the people of Colo
rado would show their good sense by
leaving the judiciary alone.
The members OF our judiciary COM
mittee,' said w, II. Malone. secretary of
Governor Shafroth. are afraid of the
courts. They believe that the supreme
court OF the state will read into the
amendment something that Will defeat
its purpose.
Let us take away all power from the
judiciary OF questioning this measure.
The people are the court of last resort:
let us frame this measure so that there
are no intermediary steps which include
the courts of the state
A committee of five was appointed to
draw up the measure in proper form and
circulate petitions to initiate the pro-
posed amendment.
This is a petition that should receive
the name of every working man and
woman, who is a legal voter. in the state
Watch for it.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07

nish financial statement of receipts and
expenditures to be given employees at
least once a year. Employees shall be
given equal membership on the board OF
directors of the hospital department
Wages.
Rule 10. All work performed shall be
maid for by the hour All mechanics,
apprentices and semi-skilled men, and
helpers. shall be granted a seven-cent
fat increase per hour No employe shall
be employed for less than the estab-
lished minimum rate OF pay paid at that
point. No employe shall work by piece
premium or bonus system. Where same
is now in existence it shall be discon-
tinued upon the signing of this agree
ment,
Change of Rules.
Rule 20 These rules and regulations
with rates of pay shall supersede all
others, and shall take effect when signed
by contracting parties. and remain IN
effect until changed by either party Civ
ing so days notice in writing to the
other party. during which time confer
ence shall take place. \ copy OF these
rules and regulations shall be posted on
bulletin boards in shop and roundhouses
and shall remain in force until super
seeded by another agreement.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
LABEL LEAGUE.

Union Label League No. 1 met in reg
ular session Friday evening, Sept. 1. A
good attendance was present and much
business transacted.
The committee appointed at a previous
meeting to visit firms in the city in ref
erence to the Powell and Tower"
brand of overalls, reported by the Gar
ment Workers OF St. Joseph, Mo-, as no
longer bearing the union label made a
very complete and interesting report.
which showed that the business men of
the city do not give much heed to the
motto, Boost Home Industries" None
of the firms carried this particular brand
but all carried some out-of-town make.
with sprinkling OF home-manufactured
goods. The conditions in some of the
small places of business were found to
be deplorable and not fit for human be-
ings to enter.
The committee of five appointed to act
with a like committee from the Typo
graphical union reported that a very in
teresting meeting had been held and an
active campaign is being made to bring
all non-union printing Offices into line.
a communication from the Boot and
Shoe Workers union announcing that
their moving picture show was on the
road again was received and the matter
left in the hands OF the business com
mittee of the League to arrange Tor the
show to visit this city. Full details will
be given later.
A detailed and lengthy report from the
delegates to the State Federation OF La
Dor convention was read and filed.
A communication from Upholsters'
union embodying resolutions protesting
against advertisements OF unfair houses
in The Bulletin was received and after
considerable discussion the president was
instructed to explain the Leagues posi-
ton in this matter to the Upholsters
union.
A communication from the Cottrell
Clothing Co. in reference to uniforms for
Labor day was given no consideration
because OF the absence OF the Allied
Printing Trades Council label
The Bakers reported that the bakery
at 2055 Champa had refused 10 sign their
contract. Walkers saloon and the Lau-
derback tamale factory were reported as
not using union-made bread and a com
mittee appointed to take the matter up
with these places.
The CampbellSell Bakery Co was re-
ported as handling the "Tiptop" bread.
trust-made bread. and delegates were
asked to boycott this bread.
Abe Gordon. an international represen-
tative of the Garment Workers, made
very interesting talk to the delegates
statement prepared by the secretary-
treasurer showed the League 10 DO In "a
good financial condition.
The charges entered against II. r.
Means for patronizing non-union barber
shop were withdraw by the League. Mr..
Means proving to the satisfaction OF tho
informer that he did not Datronize n nom
union barber shop.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07

their number see in the bill passed by
the last legislature, doing away with the
card system, an attempt OF the Western
Federation to gain a foothold in the
Cripple Creek district. and while the OPP
orators are barred from using the card
system with their employees, they will
endeavor to combat any possible de
mands that may be made upon them by
organizing and adopting effective meas
ures to guard against any such contin-
gency.
While it is not admitted that the OBJ
ject of the meeting is to organize against
the Western Federation. the undercur-
rent of talk in mining circles here would
indicate that such is the purpose.
The Western Federation is quietly
putting their members into the district,
and they are being welcomed by the bust
ness men.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07

After members of the international
committee representing unions involved
in the dispute with the Illinois Central
Railroad company had refused yesterday
at Chicago to sanction a strike of the
federated shop employees of the road,
definite action of any character was de-
ferred until members of the executive
board of the International Association of
Machinists should meet in that city next
Sunday.
Later. however, p ]. Conlin, vice-presi-
dent of the International Association of
Machinists and member of the confer
ence committee, protested against turn
ing over responsibility to the system
federation representatives until the ex-
ecutive board of his organization could
be consulted
The international committee was in
session again last night seeking to sug-
gest some way TO adjust matters with
out a strike. At the close of the days
conference W F. Kramer. secretary of
the International Association of Black
smiths and Helpers and chairman of the
international committee. declared there
was no news for the public.
1t is reported that many of the inter
national officers, after careful canvass
of the industrial situation, felt that
strike of the shop employees at this time
would be inadvisable, If not disastrous.
None of the Illinois Central federation
committeeman would talk about the sit
uation, but at a late hour it is certain
that no strike order had been issued.
The thing that worries the officials
most is the fact that other roads, such
as the Gould lines. have accepted the
federation system, and If it is not forced
On the other roads the Gould lines will
lie put to a disadvantage and will oppose
renewing the contract next year.
Nothing new has developed from the
conferences on the Hartman lines.
The proposed contract. as offered by
the shopmen. follows:
Rules and Regulations Governing Shop
Employees of the Hartman Lines
Work Day.
Rule l. The standard working time
shall be eight hours per day and six
days per week. The working hours shall
be from 500 a. m. TO u noon: from 1900
p. m. to 500 p. m. Night forces on a
corresponding basis. Night men shall be
allowed nine hours pay for eight hours
work There shall be no lap shift
worked. Working hours shall be bulle-
tined Where continuous service is nee
essary three shifts may be worked as
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
ognzed by Retail Denver Chambers

Following this there was a balloon as
cension and parachute jump.
Then there was vaudeville, skating,
boating, dancing and many other attrac-
tions. At 8 O'Clock at night masked
carnival was had for an hour and half.
At late hour many were still enjoying
themselves at the park.
The parade was so large that it took
an hour and one-half to pass given
point; and the crowd at the Tuileries
was so great that the whole park seemed
filled to overlooking. The success of the
picnic passed the fondest hopes of the
committee. the fairness of the weather
lending much to the success.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07

the doors of which shall be kept closed
Also a suitable place for washing pur-
poses.
Time Checks.
Rule u. Employees leaving the serv-
ice of the company shall be furnished
with a time check covering all time due
within "a hours at all division points
where time checks are issued, and As
hours at all other points. When en-
ployes are being paid it shall be during
working hours, night men excepted.
Relief Service.
Rule 13 When an employe at any of
the outlying points requests leave of alb
sence and transportation same shall be
granted Employees shall give 10 days
notice to proper officer of the company.
Before the expiration of notice another
employe shall be sent to relieve appli-
cant.
Transportation.
Rule IA Employees and dependent
members of their families and employees
representatives of the mechanical de-
partments shall enjoy the same privi-
leges in regard to free transportation as
that now granted employees and their
representatives OF the operating depart
ment
Associates.
Rule Is. Employees now and hereafter
employed and not members of the asso-
citation represented as the second party
in this agreement, shall have 80 days in
which to obtain membership.
Promotion.
Rule l6. When vacancies occur in
shop foremanships. the company shall
consider mechanics of the craft in the
shop where vacancy occurs for promo
ton to foremanship. seniority to govern.
Special Consideration.
Rule Il. Employees who by long and
faithful service for the company have
become unable to handle the heavy work
to an advantage will be given prefer
ence OF such light work as they may be
able to handle without any reduction in
their rates and without any discrimina-
ton.
Hospital Department.
Rule IS. Employees injured or becom-
ing sick while in the service, shall. il
necessary, be sent TO hospital for treat
ment. such treatment TO be given free Of
charge. as long as the patient and mem
bers of his organization think he re-
quires it. Hospital department shall fur
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
BROOKS CHARGED WITH swINoLe

Information charging James Hollander,
J. w. Hall. Lewis Straub. d. Fl. Martin
and j. f. Brooks with running a conf
dence game was filed in the West Side
court Tuesday. August Mathis of AL
toona, Neb.. signed the complaint. Mathis
charges all the men with attempting to
swindle him out of $4,000 in fake horse
race
The men had rooms in the Midland
hotel at Seventeenth and Arapahoe
streets, Brooks, until Aug. 10. was sec
retary of the BARRIERS examining board
with offices in the State Capitol. Bail
was refused.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
EkeoM LEAVES CITY.

Elmer Ekbom. who conducted res
taurant at 1926 Stout street and barber
shop next door, and who also owned a
shop on Seventeenth street near Champa,
has left the city without notifying his
many creditors OF his destination. 1t is
believed he has gone to Champagne, ILL.,.
his old home. Ekbom had many friends
in Denver. but he lost much money in
his restaurant venture and endeavored
to save what he could from the wreck
by leaving without paying his debts.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07

follows: 500 a. m. to 400 p. m: 400
p m. to 1900 midnight; 1900 midnight
to 500 a. m. Twenty minutes to be al
lowed each shift for lunch with pay. All
employees will be allowed one hour with
of the number of hours worked.
Reduction of Expenses.
Rule .. When any reduction of ex-
penses is to be made. employees shall first
have the privilege of 90-day leave OF
absence. II any further reduction is nee
Jurisdiction where the reduction is to be
made, shall be given a 90-day leave of
absence. or until such time as forces are
to be increased, when the last man given
leave of absence shall be the first man
put back to work. Men granted leave of
absence shall be furnished with trans
portation over the Hartman lines. Com
mittee shall be notified by foreman that
the services of employees are again re-
quired and employees on leave of absence
shall be given ten days TO return to
work
Overtime.
Rule 3. All time worked other than
bulletined hours shall be considered
overtime. Overtime shall be paid for at
the rate of time and one-half up to mid
night. After midnight double time shall
be paid until relieved. No employe shall
work longer than one hour without be
ing allowed time for meals. Employees
required to work after bulletin hours
shall be paid four hours for two hours
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07

for the day. 1t was one of the greatest
celebrations known in years. They are
giving union men the glad hand in that
district now and are welcoming union
men to make their homes there.
Pueblo had celebration all her own,
and Il is said that every union man In
town marched in the parade.
Every town in the state celebrated the
day Where there were no local unions
the fire department took charge and
carried out n program. Labor day was
never so widely celebrated in Colorado
as this year. Let us make it greater
day in 1912.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
MINERS GEL HELP.

In response to the appeal being made
for the miners in Northern Colorado by
the women's Trade Union League the
Typographical union Sunday voted $50 to
be added to the relief fund
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07
WILL OPPOSE w. F. OF NJ.

In addition TO fighting the so-called
mill trust. the mine owners now in ses-
sion at Colorado Springs, propose TO en-
trench themselves against the Western
Federation OF Miners. Leaders among
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07

the doors of which shall be kept closed
Also a suitable place for washing pur-
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07

Rule IL. Special efforts shall be made
to furnish good ice-water for drinking
purposes. and all pits and floors in shops
and roundhouses shall be maintained in
n dry. clean, sanitary and safe condi-
tiou. Proper toilets shall be provided at
all points enclosed from public view.
United labor bulletin., 1911-09-07

Governor Shafroth was the princips
speaker at Boulder. Colo, where 500
people celebrated till midnight.
Victor. Colo. held a demonstrate
that almost depopulated Cripple Cree