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Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Railway Clerks
Dedicate Building

Cincinnati - The Brotherhood of
Railway and Steamship Clerks,
Freight Handlers, Express and Sta
tion Employees, whose membership six
years ago totaled less than 5000, on
Labor Day dedicated handsome new
building, located in this city, which
will house its headquarters and it's
own bank.
A crowd estimated at $4,000 at
tended the ceremonies. Local unions
of the Brotherhood in nearly every
state in the union and the Dominion of
Canada sent delegates to the dedica-
ton.
Governor A. V. Donahey, of Ohio
made the principal address at the de-
dictation. He referred to the building
and the organization of the bank as
a landmark in the march of organized
labor, an achievement involving the
factor of numerous persons in a
laudable, common cause. "a great
body of railway clerks, having faith
in each other and having in mind
their common welfare, joined in this
great movement and the result is a
monument to their collective means
ability, genius and good WILL" said
the Governor. Individuals come and
go. Individual fortunes rise and fall
But society, banded together, will
prosper and progress as long as it's
collective purposes wholesome, help
full and honest" he said.
Other: speakers besides Governor
Donahey, were Mayor George Carrel
of Cincinnati, Congressman A. E. B.
Stephens, of Ohio, Grand President
p. H. Fitzgerald, Grand Secretary
Treasurer George S. Levi, and Editor
Phil E. Ziegler, of the Brotherhood.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
HERE THEY ARE
BOUQUETS AND BRICKBATS ARE
DISTRIBUTED
COmmendatiOn and Criticism of Our
Public Servants Bestowed as
Deemed Just BY Leaders
Hired Man
WHERE'S YOUR HONEST MAN?

One of the old-timers, either So
crates or Diogenes, spent a good
portion of his time, it is said, carry
ing a lantern and looking for an
honest man.
covered pearl of great price. But
we fear his search would be in vain
in these modern days of graft and
general rottenness.
Caesars wife was above suspicion,
but such, it is alleged, is far from the
case in the investigation of the con-
duct of several prominent Ohio men
who are claimed to be guilty of a
conspiracy to violate the federal pro-
hibition laws.
Four men are under indictment for
these alleged violations, a former
chairman of the state civil service
commission, a former prohibition
commissioner, a former prohibition
agent and Cleveland lawyer; and a
witness for the prosecution swears
he whacked up SIT 900 to get 425 bar
rels of alcohol out of the clutches of
it's legal custodians.
Some pretty rotten information is
leaking out regarding the manner in
which the affairs of the all-powerful
department of prohibition enforce
ment have been administered in the
apast, which will make interesting
Teading not only for the disciples of
Mr.. Volstead but for the friends of
the good old five per cent beer also.
The "Hired Man" has always en-
deavored to obey the orders of the
"Boss," and steer clear of political
and religious discussions, as these
topics are strictly tabooed in the
columns of the Leader, but he believes
the above will not overstep his ulti-
matum and therefore gives his views
on the subject.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Things Look Good in st. Louis

st. Louis-The building trades here
continue to move forward. The latest
union to fall in line is the asbestos
workers with a demand for $3.50 an
hour for 1924. The average hourly
scale for skilled labor in the st. Louis
building trades is approaching $3.50.
Wages of most of the trades were
slashed to 81 an hour during the la
bor-def1ation craze here a year ago.
But now the workers are coming back
strong.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21

If AMERICA WERE IN THE|LEAGUF

The European precpated by Italy
Greece has been the occasion of increased activity the part of
League United
league arisen;
the would able these
speedily adjustment differences.
The test of such propaganda is statement of facts.
The kingdom dsmembered protest the
European After the League Nations formed
the Abanans appealed that body them their
its territorial integrity The league controlled by the big powers,
refused to consider this appeal Albania then went to war
futile effort regain territorial integrity defeated Fol
lowing this there continual dispute the anons which had
dsmembered Albania and divided her territory themselves
to the boundary lines of their grabbed from this
wrecked nation
dispute boundaries, subsidiary body
of the League appointed nteraied Military
mon composed representatives Britain, Italy
and Greece This commission was at work August II IN that
where the boundary disputed when the italian members
of the commission sassnad Italy Greeks of the
crime The Greek denied the charge Italy certain
demands Greece penalties
with by certain time Greece did comply with the demands
Italy fulfilled her threat appealed the Nations
There the
of series
pired America been member League of Nations? Com
the Americas membership the league
would not have the above happenings that phase
for serious consideration
argument in league
the trouble would be Immediately settled? Without into the
merits the claims of either Greece Italy, the fact stands that
Italy has denied the jurisdiction of the League Nations
this matter Would the membership of America the league change
Ita attitude? The of the international
in this that America in the league would make
Italy mb down. acknowledge jurisdiction the league and abide
by its decision.
Every paper partisan
point No has consey stated than the New
York Times which conclusion editorial deporng
Americas absence league this critical junctue
If he League of Naion is unable to Italy will
largely the wO
There is the whole nutshell desired
the for the coercng European obey
ing the wishes of the league
To nation force You don't people
by soft words calm esoundng Coercion
the physical force
1861 1865 the North the South the Union
The the League Nations depends military and
based the of armed force.
in league in furnish
forc-mitary bothand the finance such
operations.
That membership the League Nations
United States That is what the membership of America the
League Nations blood
to be squandered at their dctation
That why the people of the United States going to
join the Nations, directly indirectly other
ganizaon which would drag into the political enangemens of
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21

made still deader (and God knows
she is dead enough) by ripping up our
car tracks and forcing many of us
to return to "shank's mare" when we
want to come down town or get to
our places of employment.
If you don't want this catastrophy
to overwhelm US, get busy and put
it up to your councilman ere it is too
late.
The "Hired Man" don't own an
automobile, not even Lizzie; he oc-
casionally rides car and he would
hate like thunder to see them go up
the spout.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Unemployment Growing in Ct. Britain

Observation-Disclosures in Great
Britain which is mounting at the rate
of 5000 to $4,000 a month and which
is expected to reach the 100000
mark during the winter, has hit the
Clyde ship building workers. Last
month the tonnage production of the
Clyde yards was 754, the lowest out
put with one exception in 40 years.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
School Delayed to Aid Tobacco Men

Boston-In Thompsonville, Conn,
the opening of the public schools has
been postopend two weeks because of
the tobacco crop. The children of the
district are needed to gather in the
tobacco, valued at several millions of
dollars. The obliging school officials
delayed the opening of school that the
juvenile members of the community
should not be lost to industry.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Trolley Men Get Raise

st. Louis-Compromise agreements
between the United railways here and
Division 78, Amalgamated Association
of Street and Electric Railway En-
ployes give shop, track and barn men
seniority rights for which they have
fought five years, wage raises of 2 to
5h cents an hour, and minor improve
ments in working conditions.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Building Many Schools

Raleigh, N. C.-This state continues
it's program of building a school
house a day. During the past two
years 573 school buildings costing
$14,042, ,445.58, and approximately 100
city school buildings costing SILL
264,000 have been erected.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
More Bad Order Engines

Washington-Loco in need
of repairs August Is totaled 11,571,
or 1871 per cent of the number on
line, an increase of 16 over those rs
pairs August 1. Of the total needing
attention in the middle of August,
1O,487, or 1914 per cent, required
heavy repairs, an increase of 1T over
August /.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
More Railroad Employees

Washington-The Interstate COM
merce commission states that in June
this year there were $1,93O,929 en-
ployes on the class l railroads of this
country. This exceeds the number re-
ported for any month since Novem-
Der, 1920.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Butchers Get SIS Raise

st. Louis-Union meat cutters and
butcher workers here are meeting
with success in their effort for wage
INCREASE of SIS week for journeymen
and So for apprentices, effective Sept.
1. More than 100 employers have
signed the new agreement.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Merchant Fleet Held Cheap

Washington-The U. S. merchant
fleet, which cost the government up
wards of 81 100000 to build dur
ing the war, is worth only $780,
315, in the opinion of shipping board
experts who have just completed an
extensive survey. 1t is doubtful,
however, whether the fleet could be
sold for that price.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Bad Conditions in New Orleans

New Orleans-Conditions among
workers in this city are deplorable.
Hundreds of idle men congregate
daily on the streets and the park
benches at night, due to the efforts of
the open shoppers who are flooding
the city with labor. Wages are low,
prices are almost at the wartime
peak. Open shops are working men
and women IA and Is hours a day
with single price for overtime.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
City Pays Strikebreakers 81 an Hour

st. Louis-Though the city refused
a request of the water works laborers
for the Saturday half holiday, on the
excuse that the city could not stand
the expense of the necessary addi-
tional men, the same city is able to
pay strikebreakers who supplanted the
strikers 81 an hour. The strikers
were getting only SO cents an hour.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
WHAT OF THE STREET CARS?

If the people of Newark really want
the street car service continued, some
prompt action is necessary on the part
of the city council, as the electric
road has notified the city that unless
relief is rendered it will cease opera
tion at midnight October 81,
1t seems hardly possible that any,
one would like to see the city de-
prived of this convenience which we
have so long enjoyed, and Newark
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Upholsteres On Strike

Chicago-Over half of the members
of the Upholsteres' union who went
on strike here May l are at work
again under union conditions with the
25 per cent wage increase from the
old rate of 81 an hour in effect.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Forty. Four Hour Week For Tailors

St. Louis-Union tailors here are
seeking to establish the 44-hour week
after October l, when the present
agreement expires. The workers are
members of Journeymen Tailors' local
II, with membership of nearly 500.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
What the Coal Miner Gets

Denver, Col.-Colorado coal miners
worked an average of 81 days in the
first seven months of this year, ac-
cording to report by the state mine
inspection bureau. The miners in
come during this period averaged
$3.50 a month.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Furniture Workers Win

New York-More than 1000 fur
niture workers, affiliated with the
Brotherhood of Carpenters, have won
their demand for an hourly rate of
$1.25. Settlements have not been
made with several hundred of these
workers who are on strike
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
San Francisco Cigarmakers Strike

San Francisco-Women members
of the stogie-makers' local of the In
ternational Union of Cigarmakers,
and men belonging to the United Ci-
garmakers of the Pacific Coast, re-
main on strike here 800 strong.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
COlOred Carpenters Lining Up

New Orleans-Impressed by the
success of their white brothers,
colored carpenters here have organ
lied and will demand 81 an hour for
all construction work. Eight weeks
ago the white carpenters struck for
81 an hour and the closed shop.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Bakers Organized SO Per Cent

San Francisco-The bakery wagon
drivers of this city are now SO per
cent organized, with the eastbay dis
trict close second. The union is
going after the other per cent, and
will then formulate demands for a
raise from $35 to $45 week and the
abolition Of night and holiday work.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Railroad Raises Wages

Chicago-The New York Central
has informed the railroad labor board
that it has granted increases of from
1 to 3 cents an hour to clerical and
shop employees. The raise will date
back to last July and will aggregate
81, ,341 ,682 annually.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Musicians Raise Wages

Hartford, Conn.-Organized mu-
sicians in this city have raised wages
SIS week in motion picture houses
and So a week in vaudeville houses.
The workday has been decreased.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Poor Wages in Louisiana

New Orleans-Wages in the Louisi
ana lumber camps and mills are $1.25
day of ten hours, with no allowance
for housing or food, either to single
men or those with families.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Theatre Workers Gain

Springfield, Mas.-A Is per cent
wage increase has been secured by
musicians, stage employees, motion
picture nperators and bill posters.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
Shoe Workers Organizing

Williamsport, Pa.-The cut sole
workers of the Armour Leather Co.
ing organized by the Shoe Workers
Protective union.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
General Labor Notes
Short Items Gathered For Benefit of
Hasty Readers
TailOrs to Organize

Rochester, N. Y.-The Journeymen
Tailors' union has started an organ
izing drive that willinclude every sec
tion of the city.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21

The union label on your pack of
cigarettes assures you that it is
union made. Look at the pack in
your pocket.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21
What Labor Is Doing
Wage Increases and Progress Made
Throughout the Country
Carpenters Raise Wages

New Haven, Conn.-Carpenters in
this city have raised wages from 80
cents an hour to 81.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21

Spend your money with the mer-
chant who recognizes the Union Label
at it's full worth.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21

Has it ever occurred to you that
The Leader goes into the homes
of the best paid workmen of New
ark and Licking county? 1t is
carefully read by every adult men,
ber of the household.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1923-09-21

The Leader is your paper. II
publishes matter pertaining to your
life and welfare. 1t wants your
support. Your cause would be weak
without labor paper to champion
it. Support The Leader.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-09-22
Gardiner Gridders
Meet Norway Today

Gardiner High school will play her
first football game of the season to-
day on Quimby field at 2.20, with
Norway High as opponents. The
game will be played on the remodeled
field and both the team and the entire
school wish to thank the citizens Of
Gardiner for their part in making
this splendid field a possibility. The
field is one in which the entire city
should take pride and their presence
at their games is requested. The CO.
operation of the spectators at the
game is asked in preserving the field
and they rae requested to kindly re-
frain from walking on the newly laid
turf. The game promises to be of
much interest, although Gardiner has
not had much practice they will put
up their usual good fight. Norway is
a new conner on Gardeners schedule
and consequently their strength is
unknown. The following men will
probably get in the game: Captain
Dale. Stuber, Morrill,, Davidson, Nc
Donald, Webb. Kendall, Rose, Hen
derson. Leighton. L. Hickey, T.
Hickey, Stonier. Hutchins. Nichols,
Hartman. Cram. Desmond. Warren.
ohm Cusick of this city is coaching
the Norway team.
An assembly rally was held in the
Assembly hall Friday afternoon and
the student body manifested their in
tention of attending the game Ad-
dresses by Principal Taylor, Coach
O'Brien. Captain Dale and Manager
Danforth We're made. The cheers
were led by Maxine Powers and Ber-
nard Lucas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-09-22
Marston and Brooks
Closed For Insurance
AdiustOrs to Report

Marston & Brooks factory was
closed Friday and will remain closed
utiI the insurance adjustors have ar
rived and made their report. II IS
hoped that it may be possible TO re.
sumo work Monday. The cause OF
the fire Is not known. At first 1t was
thought that it might have originated
from a carelessly dropped match,
hut someone was in the factory. and
on the top floor where the fire start
ed at s o'clock, three hours after the
closing time and at that hour there
was no sign of any trouble. If the
fire had come from any such cause
il could hardly have smouldered FOR
three hours without showing some
sign. 49,.
It caught in large pile. of lasts
that were bagged in burlap bags
and piled in one corner. 1t appeared
to be at the bottom of the pile. and
it is thought that because OF the
presence Of a certain amount OF
greasy waste in the factory II
might have been due to spontaneous
combustion, but nothing is definitely
known as to the cause, all is merely
theory.
The blaze was first seen and the
alarm given by Mr.. Runnells, who
lives opposite. The automatic
sprinklers functioned immedi" tely
and were running for half an hour
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-09-22
Old South Officers
Discuss Church Plans

Friday evening the officers of the
Old South church and the teachers
of the Sunday school gathered at the
parsonage with Rev. and Mrs. w. P,
Bradford to discuss plans for the
church and school work of the COM
ing year. The occasion was an ex-
tremely pleasant one. A number of
interesting suggestions were ad-
vanccd, some of which were decided
upon and will be announced later.
After the business OF the evening
was concluded there was a pleasant
informal affair. Music and CONVERSE
ton passed the time most pleasant
ly. Later in the evening Mrs. Brad
ford served delicious refreshments of
ice cream, cake and fancy cookies. /.
Last year these meetings for dis
oussion of the interests of the church
weer extremely valuable. Worthwhile
suggestions were made and acted
upon for the good of the church work.
Last nights meeting opened the sea-
son most auspiciously.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-09-22

Middle st. Methodist Episcopal
church. Rev., Henry Otto Megert: 1890
A. NJ, preaching, sermon on "Conyer-
sion,". music by the chorus choir;
church school. 11.45 A. NJ; Epworth
League. $50 7. NJ; at o'clock, eve
ming service, praise service followed by
q talk on Man without a Country and
Man without God" prayer meeting
Wednesday evening at 730.
Saint Matthews church. Rev. Rush
w. D. Smith rector G7th Sunday after
Trinity: Holy communion. A. NJ. f.:
morning prayer and sermon, 1880;
church school, 11.45 A. NJ.
BAPTIST. Charles E. Young: 1890.
sermon. Victory Through Faith"
11.45. Sunday school; 5.45. Junior meet
ing: Z. praise service and short ser
mon: "Triumphs of the Gospel" 7.30
?. NJ. Wednesday. meeting of the En-
deavor society.
Old South Congregational. w. P.
Bradford; Morning service at 1890:
subject sn6s,; Of o sermon Prisoners Of Hope"
and singing by vested choir.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-09-22
PERSONAL MENTION

Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Hayes have re-
turned to their home in Rochester, N.
H.
Charles Burke has accepted posi-
ton with the Riverside Laundry COM
pany.
Mrs. Fred Ball and daughter, Bea-
trice of Arlington, Mass, who have
been the guests of Mrs. Fred Haskell.
Highland avenue, have returned to
their home, they were accompanied by
Mrs. Haskell.
Francis Smith of Boston was bus
mess caller in town, Friday.
e. A. Drake of Pitts1eld, Mass,
formerly of this city. was calling on
Gardiner friends Thursday.
Mr.. and Mrs. D. L. Frost of Belfast
are the guests of relatives in Ran
dolph.
Edward Riley Of Boston was a bus
mess caller in town Friday.
James Malcolm of Litchfield was
caller in town, Friday.
Misses Waneta Blake and Grace
Martin have gone to Waterville,
where they will resume their studies
at Colby college.
Ben Slosberg, who has been visit
ing friends in this city, has returned
to his home in Boston.
A. F. Thomas Of Portland was a
business caller in town, Friday.
Mrs. E. P. Wing of Randolph is the
guest Of friends in Skowhegan.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hodgkins Of
Fitchburg. Mass. and Mrs. Hattie
Horton Of Worcester, Mass, returned
home Thursday after spending a
week as the guests Of Mrs. A. T.
Trask.
Mr.. and Mrs. E. E. Hanley and Mr..
and Mrs. Austin Wheeler are on a
tour through Canada.
Miss Verna Troop and Master Don
aid Troop have arrived home after
spending their vacation with their
grand parents, Mr.. and Mrs. George
Sparrow.
Miss Phyllis and Master Harold
Troop have arrived home from Will
lard Beach, South Portland where
they have been spending their vaca-
ton with their parents. Mr.. and Mrs.
John Troop.
Mr.. and Mrs. John McGrath of
Bangor are the guests Of relatives in
this city.
Frank Davis, who has been the
guest of relatives in this city. has re-
turned to his home in Eastport.
John w. Burke has returned from
a business trip to Machais.
DR.. John Wiley Of Houlton was
calling on his parents. Mr.. and Mrs.
Fred Wiley, Farmingdale, Friday on
his way to Boston.
John Brennan Of Portland was
business caller in town, Friday.
Hon. and Mrs. r. p. Hazard and
children have returned from Europe
where they have been touring this
summer.
Joseph Haley Of Whitefield was
bushes caller in town. Friday.
Misses Edith Evans and Mary
Thurlow, who are attending Farming
ton Normal school. are spending tie
eekend at their homes in this city.
Miss Gertrude Haynes of Water
Vile is the guest of relatives in this
city.
Miss Nora Knox who has been the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-09-22
St. Matthew's CeIahrates

Friday being st. Matthews day
the day sacred to the patronal saint
of the church, st. Matthews cele-
brated the day in a fitting manner
At the evening service the Rev. Ar
thur Stray of Auburn, secretary OF
the diocese, was the preacher. Rev
Melville Mclaughlin, former rec
tor and Rev. DR.. Stuart B. Purves OF
Augusta also took part in the service
After the service there was a social
hour. sort of family get-together
of the people of the church and par
ish. The children enjoyed games OF
various kinds, while their elders
talked. Refreshments of ice cream
and cake were served and added to
the social pleasure. The affair was
not only worthy celebration Of a
festal day. but an suspicious intro
duction to the work of the church
year