Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1919-10-19

I'M Washington probably the most i'm
portant Industrial conference in the
history OF the United States, the atten-
ton Of thinking men and women of this
country Is turned to the proposals made
by which 1t Is hoped that capital and
labor may agree upon some workable
: pan by which both viii be given fair
representation, industries will continue
without interruption through strikes
and the man who labors will remain
At his duties at fair and reasonable
wage. While the conference has no
authority to do anything but discuss
and If possible to agree upon some
thing, the facts that will come out will
q do much to enlighten the people as to
the causes for the industrial unrest.
When they are known cure may be
perfected.
therefore, is to recommend but If its
recommendations are fair and just it
J will be found that the nation as whole
will approve. II they are narrow and
biased they will be condemned. They
will be guide to the president and
congress, to enact legislation which
President Wilson has persistently urged
that capital and labor be placed on
another footing" There Is wide
speculation as to what he means by this
abatement, whether it refers to q con-
crete Wilson program or merely eX
presses the chief executives hope that
there will be change. Capital and
labor are using their best efforts to
solve the problem.
Principles of a new Industrial peace
for the United States, which appear to
meet with general approval can be
summarized in this manner:
First. Industrial enterprise, as a
source of livelihood for both employer
and employee, should be so constructed
that due consideration is given to the
situation of all persons dependent
upon it.
Second. The public interest requires
adjustment of industrial relations by
peaceful methods.
Third. Regularity and continuity of
employment should be sought to the
fullest extent possible and constitute a
responsibility resting alike upon en-
ployers, wage earnest, and the public.
Fourth. The right of workers to
organize is as clearly recognized as
that of any other element or part of
the community.
Fifth. Industrial harmony and pros
perity will be most effectually pro-
NOTED by adequate representation of
the parties in interest. Existing forms
studied and awaited of in so far as they
be found to have merit and are adap-
table to the peculiar conditions in the
various industries.
Sixth. Whenever agreements are
made with respect to industrial rela-
tions they should be faithfully OBJ
served
Seventh. Such agreements should
contain provision for prompt and final
Interpretation in the event of contro-
I versy regarding meaning or applica :
ton.
Eighth. Wages should be adjusted
with due regard to the purchasing
power of the wage and to the right of
every man to an opportunity to earn
a living at fair wages to reasonable
hours of work and working conditions
to decent home, and to the enjoyment
Of proper social conditions.
Ninth. Fixing of basic day as a
device for increasing compensation is
subterfuge that should be condemned
Tenth. Efficient production in con.
& Junction with adequate wages is essen
tial to successful industry. Arbitrary
restriction on output below reasonable
standards Is harmful to the interest.
of wage earners. employers and the
public, and should not be permitted
Industry. efficiency. and initiative
wherever found. should be encouraged
and adequately rewarded, while indol.
snce and indifference should be con.
demned.
Eleventh. Consideration of reduction
In wages should not be reached unit
possibility Of reducing of costs in al
other directions has been exhausted.
Twelfth. Administration of employ.
mont and management Of labor should
be recognised as distinct and import.
q ant function Of management and &C.
corded its proper responsibility in ad.
u1inistraSiye organization.