The Connecticut labor press., 1920-06-19
AMERICAN FEDERATION
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 The convention accepted the invita- ton of Secretary of Labor Wilson to recommend representative to the com ing meeting of the International Labor Commission, established under the League of Nations.
 An attempt to place the federation on record in support of strikes by union school teachers failed.
 The New York harbor and trans portation strike which has cost many millions of dollars and crippled traffic in Americas foremost port, will be called off by President T. V. O'Con- nor of the International Longshore- mems Union, it was declared by ofhc- ials of that union who are attending the convention. These officials said that the strike would be called off regard less of the result of the referendum which has been conducted by the -strik- CTS of whether the tie-upN shall continue.
 The International Ladies' Garment Makers Union added to the troubles of the federation officials when the execu- tive board announced that tt had ap- pointed a committee to confer with the Ama1gamated Clothing Workers of America on plans for an international federation of ne-G;e trades. This ac- ton is regarded as the first step to- wards severance of relations with the A. F. of L. by the international Ladies' Garment Workers.
 The federation pledged support to striking 1ongshoremen in the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts sin their fight for recognition" and their opposition to the policy of the open shop. O. A. Ander- son of New York, representing the coastwise longshoreme1, in asking the support of the federation, declared that the steamship companies are refusing to arbitrate and compromise, the issue" and are employing strike breakers"
 For Irish Republic
 The federation reafirmed it's stand for recognition of the Irish Republic amid a great demonstration. Resolu- tions adopted urge that the military forces of occupation in Ireland be with drawn" and that the right of self-de- termination be accorded the Irish people. The federation called upon ongress to cancel the 'gentlemen's agreement" with Japan and absolutely exclude Jap anese and other Asiatic immigration to this country. The exclusion If picture brides" was also demanded Fedora ton departments and international unions, were instructed to "co-operate and pressv this legislation.
 The convention authorized the con- tinuation of its organization campaign in the iron and steel industry. The ex- ecutive com il was instructed to call conference of the international unions. concerned in this work to procure their "full cooperation" in the campaign.
 The federation condemned the prac- tice of strike breakers or strike guards controlled by private individuals or agencies wearing the uniform of the United States Army or Navy.
 Declaring that the COST of living must go no higher, the federation demanded that legislation be enacted at once to curb profiteering The convention ex- pressed regret that Congress had fail ed to enact single constructive meas ure that would aid in checking prof. teering." It instructed the executive council to press labor's program of remedy for reducing living costs
 The federation reaffirmed its declara- ton of principles laid down in 1918 to the effect that those contributing to production should have a part in its control" By special action the fedora ton indorsed the declaration that we cannot be driven Us slaves, but we can give mighty service in common ef- fort of human kind"
 \. Denounce Agitators
 Declaring that band of irrespon- sible agitators is attempting to discred- 1t the recognized organizations in the railway service, the federation unani- mously condemned the secessionist movement which resulted in the recent railroad strike Affiliated organizations were instructed by the federation to refrain from giving moral or financial support or assistance of any kind, to any secessionist movement
 The resolution adopted declared that the "secessionist" movement was en- couraged by the Illinois Manufacturers Association, and other unfriendly en1- ployers of labor, for the purpose of dis crediting the recognized organization in the railway service"
 The executive council was instructed to investigate the desirability of form ing an international union of building service employees of America, to include all workers known as janitors, janitress- es, scrub-women, window washers and watchmen.
 The convention adopted resolution urging the Panama Can2i Commission to employ only American citizens in the operation and mechanical depart, ment in the Canal Zone.
 Alexander Howatt, president of the Kansas District of United Mine Work CTS, in an address, de6ed Governor Allen to enforce the Court of Indus trial Relations on which he attempted to ride into the White HouseR
 ''The United Mine Workers" de c1ared Mr. Howatt, will strike when ever they believe they have the right to strike. We will show Governor Allen he has. undertaken bigger task than he anticipated. Every mine work CT in Kansas is willing to go to jail before surrendering his rights as an American citizen
 Allen Is Scored
 Governor Allen says he is going to be patient until the miners come to their senses. The truth is he realizes that he has a law he cannot make good He will be patient some more and will be given every opportunity to demon strate whether or not he can make IL L.. g