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The potters herald. [volume] (East Liverpool, Ohio) 1899-1982, 1941-12-11
BergoH Arrested
In New York City
Notorious Strikebredker
Tries To Stdrt Same
Old Come

New York City-Pearl l.. Bergof
notorious professional strikebreaker
who had been out of that business
since revocation of his private,detec-
tive license in 1885, was arrested by
the office of Attorney General John
J. Bennett Jr., on a charge that he re-
established himself in the strike
breaking business in New York three
months ago. So ~.
Magistrate Vincent ]. Sweeney re-
leased him in bail of $4,000. Mr.
Bergoff's daughter, Harriet, 81 years
old, with whom he lived at l05 West
72nd street, where they were arrest.
ed, was paroled in the custody of her
attorney on a charge of being associ.
ated with her father in his renewed
strikebreaking venture. Lew Cohn, So
of $50 West 158th street, who also
was charged with being involved in
the enterprise, was released in $1,5O0
bail, pending trial in Special Sessions
All were charged with violating pro-
visions of the penal law and the gen.
eral business law.
Bergoff, according to Leonard F..
Ruisi, Assistant Attorney General, re-
turned to the strikebreaking field by
getting his daughter and private de-
tective, Bernhard Haas, 81, of 31l
East S9th street, to serve as front
Using Haas private-detective license
the Modern Investigation Bureau, Inc,
was set up on Aug. 20 at 1884 Broad
way, just above Columbus Circle, Mr.
Ruisi charged. Haas was made presi.
dent, but to Miss Bergoff, as treas
urer, was assigned IS per cent OF the
stock, and hence rs per cent of the
profits. Haas received 25 per cent,
Mr.. Ruisi said. With the arrests, the
Haas license was suspended by Mi
chael J. Walsh, Secretary Of State.
According to Mr.. Ruisi, the Modern
Investigation Bureau hired 70 men as
strikebreakers, 10 of them who had
criminal records. To get the services
of the latter, at least for a Today
period, smudged or incomplete finger
prints were sent to police headquar-
ters to comply with the law. BY the
time police sent an indignant demand
for better prints the men involved had
put in a good several days Of strike
breaking, he said.
Mr.. Ruisi said that Bergoff's men
were employed actively during No
vember in breaking the strike Of mem
bers of the International Brotherhood
of Teamsters, an American Federation
of Labor affiliate, at the warehouse
of Spear & Co., 524 West 2Srd street
The potters herald. [volume] (East Liverpool, Ohio) 1899-1982, 1941-12-11
Charles Goodwin
Dies In Cleveland
USPA SecretdrY-Tredsurer
Stricken At Associations
Annual Meeting

Charles F. Goodwin, secretary-treas-
urer of the United States Potters' AS
sociation, died at O'Clock this morn
ing of heart attack in Cleveland,
where he attended the annual meeting
of the Association.
Mr.. Goodwin was born in East Liv-
erpool 67 years ago. He was associat-
ed with the Goodwin Pottery Company
here in an official capacity until it
closed in 1908.
He was elected secretary and
treasurer of the Association in July
of 1912 after the death of John Cart
wright and had become extremely we'll
known by members of the National
Brotherhood of Operative Potters
through his work in the wage confer
ences and his participation on many
joint committees, including the stand
ing committees.
His position brought him in con-
slant and close contact with Brother
hood officials who are quite loud in
their praise of the work of the USPA
secretary Mr.. Goodwin is credited
with doing much to help smooth the
rough spots in the collective bargain
ing relations enjoyed by the MOP
and USPA. He had a reputation for
fairness and constantly strived to
make the Interpretation of the agree
ment just and workable.
Not we'll for some time, Mr.. Good
win was stricken at 5:45 yesterday
morning in his room at the Hotel Hol-
lenden. His condition was such that
it was impossible to move him.
He leaves his widow, Ann Hancock
Goodwin; two sons, DR.. Robert H. of
New Bedford, Mass, and John B. of
New York; and two grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements had not been
completed at press time.
The potters herald. [volume] (East Liverpool, Ohio) 1899-1982, 1941-12-11

Washington, D. C.-Vigorous action
by the American Federation of Labor
resulted in vital and significant VIC
tory for Americas workers when the
House of Representatives, by a de-
cisive vote, defeated attempts to
freeze wages through the medium of
the price control bill.
The House adopted the bill by a
vote of 224 to 161 after all references
to imposing wage ceilings had been
expunged. AS adopted, the measure
sets up a five-man board to regulate
and control prices of commodities
during the national emergency.
The measure now goes to the Sen
ate where there is a disposition to
delay final action until after New
Years.
The American Federation Of Labor
supported the price control bill as a
step to prevent imitation and further
increases in the cost of living which
hurt workers more than anyone else.
However, the AFL was forced to
fight desperately to circumvent at
The potters herald. [volume] (East Liverpool, Ohio) 1899-1982, 1941-12-11
Armstrong To Lead
Local Union No. l24
Fish Fry And Dance. Dec. IS
Promises Real Time
For Members

Local Union No. 124 held election
of officers at the meeting Tuesday
evening, with the following being in
Quoted into office: Clair Armstrong,
president; Lois Coleman, vice presi-
dent; Ralph Bergner, recording Sec
retary; Carlos Sayres, treasurer;
Laura Merchant, guard; Eta Brookes,
William Bergner, trustee, 18
months; Henry Cresswell, statistician.
These brothers and sister will give
their best to promote the interests of
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The potters herald. [volume] (East Liverpool, Ohio) 1899-1982, 1941-12-11
Rail Compromise
Prevents Strike,
Increases Wages
Operating And Non-Oper-
ating Employees Get
Pay Boosts

Washington, D. CA threatened
nationwide railway strike of l,2OO,-
900 workers was averted by agree.
ment on a compromise wage increase
which raises pay of railroad workers
1925 100000 year. A basic rise of
10 cents an hour is provided for non-
operating employees and 91a cents an
hour for operating employees.
The compromise was announced by
Wayne L. Morse, chairman of Presi-
dent Roosevelt's Emergency Fact
Finding Board, after nearly thirty.
four hours Of virtually continuous
mediation conferences with represent
tatives Of rail management and labor
The compromise provides for the
following increases:
Non-Operating Employes-An in.
crease of 9 cents an hour, as orig
inally recommended by the Fact
Finding Board, to be in effect from
Sept. l to Dec. l, with an increase to
10 cents an hour thereafter.
Operating Employes-An increase
of 71a per cent, as recommended by
the Fact Finding Board, from Sept.
to Dec. /, and thereafter an increase
of 91a cents an hour.
Both increases will be added to the
basic rate, it was said, and will not be
temporary, as the board previously
had recommended. The boards orig
inal recommendations had been re-
jected by labor spokesmen both be-
cause they were inadequate and be-
cause they would have expired auto
matically Dec. 81, 1912.
On the question of vacations with
pay for incorporating workers, the
compromise provided that office, cleri-
cal and telegraphic employees should
receive paid vacations Of six, nine or
twelve days, respectively, for one, two
and three years, sss sles, and all other
incorporating employees would receive
six-day vacations. The board original
ly recommended that all receive six
day vacations.
Spokesman for both groups estimat-
ed that the compromise wage increase
would add from $30O,0OO,000 to $685.
100000 to the carriers annual wage
bill. The cost of the boards original
recommendations had been estimated
by the board at about $27O, 100000.
The potters herald. [volume] (East Liverpool, Ohio) 1899-1982, 1941-12-11
Bostwick Again
EIecfed 1oHeud
Local Union A
Sick Members Disappointed
This Year As Members
Foil TO Agree

Sebring, Ohio.-Local Union No. a.
met in regular session last Monday
night with a long list of business
items on the docket. This O. C. was
handed another disagreeable job of in
forming our sick members that this
year there will be no collection under
44's name. In previous years we have
taken donations from active members,
put it into a pot and divided it equally
among our sick and disabled members
purely as helping hand and Christ
mas gift combined. This practice has
caused so much trouble and hard feel
ings, mainly from arguments as TO
who and who shouldn't share in these
collections, that the committee ap-
pointed to try to iron out the diff
ferences was forced to recommend to
44 that it be discontinued. After a
very thorough explanation by the
committee "a voted to accept the de-
cision.
We of ID are really sorry that such
a decision had to be made, and are
asking our sick members to try to un-
derstand. Those members of 81 who
in previous years have delivered the
checks will be especially sorry, be-
cause they have seen several sick
members shed tears upon receiving
the checks, while with others just the
look of appreciation in their eyes was
something to behold.
Several new faces will appear in
your new set of officers. The election
was held this week, with Brother Clar-
ence Bostwick again being elected
president. Brother Clyde Jones re-
places Chester Jackson as vice presi-
dent. John Hall goes in again as re-
cording secretary, as well as Bob Lar
kins as treasurer. Ralph Ward will
stay on as dues secretary, while
Brother Charles "Pete" Agnew re-
places Henry Fairall after much
spirited contest. Bruce Miskelly was
elected inspector and Frank Lee is
Turn In Pane Tenn
The potters herald. [volume] (East Liverpool, Ohio) 1899-1982, 1941-12-11
Agreement To Be Reopened tuesday
Morning In New York cify's Hotel As+or
L. j. IS Schedules
Christ111ds Purty
Election Of Officers Will Be
Held BY Trenton Local
Same Night

Trenton, N. J.-Local Union No. 45
took care Of a great deal of business
at the last meeting. There was a good
attendance with a number of new
voices in the audience.
Insurance beneficiary cards are
being distributed by the shop collec-
tors to check on correct benefciaries
and in some cases to get the correct
name so as to avoid any trouble in the
future. We would like to stress this
point, please fill in and return imme-
diately.
Nomination of local officers will be
held next meeting night, December IL
and election will take place on the
18th. To encourage you to take part
in this very important business, a
Christmas party will be held at the
close Of the regular session on De-
cember 19.
President Cooper announced that he
has a bowling team that is ready to
roll Local Union No. 35's team as
soon as it can be arranged.
We are afraid all locals have their
share of the kind of members the
O. C. of 1873 writes about. In fact all
organizations have them 1t goes with
human nature for many to be like
that. They will get jolt some day
which will waken them from their ego
and selfshness.
We wish Local 1873 an evening filled
with enjoyment and something to re-
member in the years to come, in the
celebration of their anniversary.
We enjoyed the report Of Local 12's
anniversary party and was pleased to
know they had such a good time.
These affairs are Of great importance.
We need to get together socially, as
well as just for business. All work
and MO play still makes Jack dull
boy.
This o. C. is encouraged to know
fTuV1 IN pdo> Tamil
The potters herald. [volume] (East Liverpool, Ohio) 1899-1982, 1941-12-11
Green To Serve As
LuborCo-Chuirmun
In Birthday Drive

Washington, D. Con Jan. 80
President Roosevelt will be 60 years
old. In what has become a national
custom, the Presidents birthday will
be celebrated throughout the land in
conjunction with drive to raise funds
to wipe out the scourge of infantile
paralysis.
This coming birthday will be the
Diamond Jubilee celebration and
President William Green announced
that the American Federation of
Labor will take full part. Eager to
serve, Mr.. Green disclosed his accept
ance of the post as co-chairman of the
National Labor Committee of the
Committee for the Celebration of the
Presidents Birthday in the following
letter:
Mr.. Keith Morgan, National Chairman,
The Committee for the Celebration
of the Presidents Birthday for the
National Foundation of Infantile
Paralysis, Inc,
so East 42nd Street, New York City.
DR.. Mr.. Morgan:
l respond with feeling of sincere
pleasure to the invitation you extend
me in your letter Of recent date to
become a member of the National
Committee and co-chairman of the
National Labor Committee of the
Committee for the Celebration of the
Presidents Birthday for the National
Foundation for Infantile Paralysis,
Inc.
l will regard it as a distinct honor
to serve as co-chairman of your Ma
tional Labor Committee. l know Of
the tremendous Importance and sig.
nifcance which will be attached to
the celebration of the Presidents Goth
birthday on January 30th. This, as
you have pointed out, will be declared
to be the Presidents Diamond Jubilee
Birthday Celebration. Truly all peo-
pie in all walks of life will participate
in this historic celebration. Because
of my deep interest in the work Of
the committee Of which you are the
national chairman, will gladly serve
and help in the furtherance Of your
plans and of all your work to the full
extent of my ability.
With all good wishes, l beg to re-
main,
Very truly yours,
WILLIAM GREEN, President,
American Federation of Labor.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05
Holiday Season
Merchants Stocks Include
Wide Variety Of Gift Items

Time flies and Commerce ST merchants again pre-
pared for the annual holiday shopping season which
already under Shops atractvey decorated and
the Spirit of Christmas is in evidence every hand
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05
Police at Yakima
Are Held Honest

YAKIMA - The Yakima civil
service commission Thursday re-
ported to the city commissioners
on its investigation of the Yakima
police department, commenting
that I'VE feel sure that the Yakima
police force. as now constituted, is
honest and trustworthy"
The commission said Il was
convinced that no present
members Of the force were in
volved with Leonard Foster,
patrolman who was convicted
recently of looting several
Yakima stores while on duty.
The commission recommended
that a chief and assistant police
chief be appointed pending the
return of Chief Harold Robinson.
now on leave for active naval
duty. Mayor Ed Riley said for
mer Assistant Chief J. ]. Begnath,
who is now acting chief. may be
appointed to that post perma-
nently.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05
Trade Winds by Schneider

NEW YORk-New York bank.
ing opinion is that the cries Of the
White House for public patriotism
because of the emergency is only
lip-service as long as the labor
and farm blocs are allowed to re-
main in a truculent mood: that
the rising costs of prices and labor
add more than $1,000. 900, 900 to
the defense cost estimated by even
Washington's experienced Free
spenders; and, that confidence in
the governments defense program
will continue undermined until
corrections are made in the presi-
dents policy Of playing back-door
politics.
FDR TO BLAME-Dr. John H.
Williams. Federal Reserve Bank of
New York vice president, points
out that the "grab-bag philosophy
of government" allows the farm
bloc to demand exceptional ex-
emptions. buys off labor trouble
via wage increase, and thus is re-
sponsible for the present price in
flation.
President Roosevelt. on July 80,
sent a special message to congress,
warning that I'VE face initiation
unless we act decisively and with
out delay" What has happened
since is history. Remember Cor
porate executives say that the
president is TO blame for the mis-
handling of price legislation.
PRICE PLAN - Administration
price experts have a plan in hand
to take up part of the increased
public war-inflated spending pow
err. II calls for a sharp cut in nui-
sance taxes on such non-durable
goods az liquor. beer. tobacco. furs,
etc. of which there are ample sup
plies and do not compete with the
defense program.
PUBLIC OPINION A recent
survey reveals that three-fourths
of the public is strongly opposed
to strikes in defense plants and
favor legislation 10 that effect;
that so per cent favor collective
bargaining; that 81 per cent favor
unions being held TO publicly &C
count for funds collected and
spent: that II per cent oppose
closed shops and check-offs; and,
that 65 per cent of union men,
bers oppose check-off collection of
union dues by the employer. These
findings were made by DR.. Claude
Robinson for the National Associ-
alton of Manufacturers.
LABOR RECORD More than
$3.50. 900 persons have found jobs
this year. bringing the nations to-
tai of employed close to $4,000, 900,
highest on record. and reducing
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05
Wild West Post
May Have Club
Option on Site Is
To Be Token Soon

Possibility Wild West post No
81, Veterans Of Foreign Wars. next
year viii start construction of one
Of the largest and most completely
furnished service and ex-service-
mems clubs in the. Pacific North.
west is contained in an announce
ment Thursday by Commander
James K. Copeland.
The plan will call for an ex-
penditure Of close to $4,000 in
facilities to include lodge rooms
for both the post and its auxiliary.
organization offices, bowling al
leys. billiard room. gymnasium.
tavern, restaurant. coffee shop.
parlor and card room.
Due to the rigid control exer-
cised by our National Eneamp-
ment of such nature a recently
adopted elub-room amendment to
our local bylaws has been spread
before the V. F. w. national coun-
Gil Of administration for approval. .
explained Commander Copeland.
This approval must be forthcom-
ing before construction NAV start.
The way may not be cleared be-
fore the last Of March. although
an option Of one of three sites
selected will be taken Immediately
upon receipt of such endorsement
by the national body"
Directing committee work is
Ross P. Burnworth, who spent six
weeks during the past summer in
Pennsylvania and New York au-
diting various V. F. w. posts reg
ulatory laws and operation con-
duct of similar clubs that have
proved most successful. Assisting
is Vern Swearingen, who more re-
Gently returned from a like in
spection of V. F. w. clubs in Illi-
nois and Indiana. Completing the
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05

0
November, 1929.
REPORTS ARE THAT-United
States Steel will not vote surprise
year-end dividend: rumors rife to
contrary Brooklyn Union Gas
1871 net of about 81 a share will
be worst in company's history
Cleveland Tractor will resume di-
vidend payments early next year
Union Carbide IS annual di-
vidend reasonably secure
American Locomotive preferred
has speculative following on hopes
s42.75 a share in dividend arrears
being reduced next year.
Goodyear to show about 81 for
1941 Gulf. Mobile & Ohio
preferred has speculative following
on possible dividend next year
Anaconda Coppers current earn
ings about peak possible because
of fixed prices for products .
Commonwealth Edison l941 net 81
share Paramount Pictures
End preferred held because of con-
version right u. S. Industrial
Alcohol may show IS for 1941.
Continental Roll & Steel produc-
ing tank parts United Paper
board TO clear dividend arrears on
Sc prafarred Oliver Farm
Equipment to show So a share for
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05

Nov. %. He Is survived by son,
Norman. Of westfield. y. Y.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05

the number Of unemployed to less
than 100000 the lowest ance
November, 1929.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05

committee are the trustees OF the
post, Cal Guthrie, Fred Carlson
and Fred Brining.
Inclusion Of the tavern in the
plan VIII Of necessity Be delayed
one year in compliance with state
statute governing such facilities.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05
Funeral Is Held
For WOW President

SAN FRANCISCO - Funeral
services for Peter F. Gilroy. presi-
dent Of the Woodmen Of the World.
were held here Friday. He was 70
Gilroy died in Denver. Colo,
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05

ls41 On Jan. 10 Canada Dry
Ginger Ale will issue rights to
common share owners to subscribe
to new convertible preferred shares
F. Funds out of bond year-end
tax selling are ready to 60 into
equities as initiation hedge.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05


Those who have been around
these parts for the past 10 or IL
years marvel at the remarkable
development along this popular
downtown business throughfare
The current year in particular has
seen improvement In retail estsb-
hshments which sets an sll-time
record. Some Of the most attrac-
tive stores in the city are to be
found along Commerce Way"
This year shopkeepers are taxi
ing full advantage Of the improved
facilities which are now offered
holiday gift seekers. Stocks are
larger and more varied than at
any time in the past and the price
range Of beautiful holiday items
y sufficiently wide TO interest
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05

evidence on every hand.
those who have much or those who
have little 70 spend on their 1a4i
Christmas list.
II has been the boast of Com
merce at. merchants IN the past
and 10 even truer today
that practically any type of gift
may be found In one or more Of
it's numerous shops Customer
service that is prompt and courte-
Gus has been given an unusual
amount Of attention this year with
the result that shoppers may do
their holiday buying under the
most pleasant conditions and with
the least amount Of physical effort.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-12-05
Ralph Davisson
Takes State Job

Ralph DAWSON. formerly in the
city hall as secretary 10 his father.
Ira s. DAWSON. and later secre-
tary Of the pension board, has
taken position with State
Auditor Cliff Yelle's department.
As state examiner he Is AUDIT
ing books Of small communities
throughout the state.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-09-11
BEAUTIFUL
Msdc In u. "A.

IRON time merchandise in
home will be made So that be informed
offers that have will necessary
write and address blank
Present this certificate the
and will automatically be enrolled the
emitting all the privileges be derived thererom joining
the UNlTAWEEk Club you obligations whatever
there dues to
the right withdraw to do So
fNDER this UNT-AWEEK Club plan, a housewife does not
cramP" her weekly budget in order acquire commodities
well regulated household. buy
each week. ONE CD this realize
IT, you have acquired complete according your
needs up to and including complete
consisting III enough piece. in b. So,
to serve complete Breakfast, Luncheon Dinner.
THIS UNIT-AWEEk plan has been accented
many sections OF the country from Maine
Its inception, little than years ago. than 500 600
women have avaed themselves of outstanding offers made
under this plan and joining this large and
satisfied audience And plap
are not obliged to lay large one time
With apologies the reiteroe Fye B,,dJ
Thousand (500000) Women Can't Be Wrong"
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-09-11
UNET-A-WEEK CLUB
A7I3 WOODWARD, DETROIT, MICH.

Hlfs Drug stores 1859 Third
Hills DRUG Stores 5203 Third
Holden Trumbull Mkt, i87i Holden
Hubben Grocery a Meals 1881 Hunbeli
Ilene Cut Rate Drug. i2i5f Grand River
Jackie 10 Market 2s0i Puritan
Meat A Grocery. 1897 Joy Road
inns Market, 1880 Midland
Tom Jones Market. 1894 fireman
Nell I0nkers Food Mkt,
120iS Grand River
Jules Pharmacy. 10000 Seven Mile Rd W
Mary karpowicz Grocery, 1920 Warren W.
I. r. Keillor Drugs. I2710 Fenkeu
Kings Cut Rate. 30ii LOngfciilw
klegon Pharmacy. 10000 Chicago W.
Kramer Mkt. 57b1 Michigan
krDnk's Cut Rate. 3iNi Iivernois
lafayette Cash NH $500 LAFAYETTE Blvd
Lawndale Pharmacy. 1872 Lawndale
LedgerWoOd Mkt. 1920 Grand River
Lewis Food Market S5f5 Fourteenth St
Linde's Sweet shoppe $3.50 Tumbun
Lincoln Mkt. 430i Lincoln
Al Livingston, 2160i Fenkeli
Lorenz's Food Market, 1880 Puritan
Lustig Pharmacy, 640s Fort W
LinwOod Elmhurst. 1880 Llnwo0d
Main Market. 4349 Grand River
A. hansour. S797 LinwOod