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CHARLOTTE, N. C., THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1936
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i LABOR VOTERS LEAGUE PLANS
FOR BIG RALLY FRIDAY NIGHT;
REPORTS MADE; PLANS DISCUSSED
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I A supper and get-together meeting of the Labor Voters Lea
gue! of Charlotte and Mecklenburg county was held Tuesday night
at ^Democratic headquarters, presided pver by Chairman J. H.
Fullerton. A detailed report of what had gone on before was
ma^le by the chairman, who spoke upon and clarified many points
wh|ch had been up for discussion. /
After Mr. rullertons talk which
wasj both interesting and informative,
he cialled upon Councilman Roy Hud
son,! of the Railway Trainmen, for a
talk, Mr. Hudson responding in a few
brief remarks, setting forth the nec
essity of the co-operation of the work
ers Sn seeing that the administration
was given hearty support and en
dorsement for its accomplishments
during the past four years.
Representative-elect Mercer Blank
enship was next called upon and he
made a few remarks as to the neces
sity of taking the ticket as a whole
in order to give the administration
the proper background necessary to
carry on with the Roosevelt pro
gram. Although Mr. Blankenship is
a young man, he is already showing
that he has all the qualities necessary
to becoming a past master in the art
of statecraft. His remarks were
well received.
The last of those called upon for
a brief remark was Brother Floyd J.
Stanton, of the Hosiery Workers,
who is in Charlotte at the present
time on business for his organization.
He gave a brief outline of the labor
movement, and the necessity of tak
ing a hand in politics in order to se
sure representation and just laws at
the hands , of those in power. He
lauded Mr. Roosevelt and pointed out
the many points Labor had gained,
and the recognition it had received.
The following resolution, adopted
by the League, which is being mailed
out very extensively to the workers
throughout the county and district,
was read by the chairman:
“My Fellow Worker:
“At a recent gathering of represen
tatives of labor, a decision was
reached that a committe be appointed
to co-ordinate the efforts of all the
county’s wage earners in behalf of
the interest sof labor. This com
mittee is new calling upon you to co
opeate in carrying out the labor
movement’s program in this county,
for the following reasons:
“First: It is imperative that Pres
ident Roosevelt lie retained at the
head of our government because the
labor movement is convinced the
Democratic party will continue to give
the nation’s workers the same fair
deal it has given.
“Second: To assure these benefits
in the future, it is necessary to
maintain the strength of the Demo
crane party an aiong wie nnc. mat
means we must devote our efforts
wholeheartedly to electing Demo
cratic candidates—candidates who
will follow President Roosevelt’s
' leadership in his labor and social pol
icies.
“Third: It is important that all
our fellow workers unite with the
' Democratic program. The success of
this movement means so much to la
bor that it becomes the duty of every
wage earner to support the Demo
cratic ticket all down the line and
every fellow worker should become
personally active in this campaign.
By so doing, each wage earner will
be making a valuable contribution to
protecting the best interest of labor.
Our friend, we appreciate the fact
that you are loyal to labor and are
enthusiastic in promoting the prog
ress of the working people.
“In conclusion, it is our opinion
there never was a time in the history
of our country when it was more
vitally necessary for labor to take an
: active part in politics than at present j
—and all our activity should be di- j
rected to support President Roosevelt
and the Democratic ticket. May we
have vour support?—REGISTER
1 AND VOTE.”
A Grand Rally was announced for
Friday night of this week at 8
o’clock, at which time Governor Olin
Johnson, of South Carolina, a true
and tried friend of Labor and the
people, will be the nrincipal speaker.
An escort committee was appointed
to meet the Governor at the state
line and escort him to his hotel, at
about 8:30 that afternoon, and his
address is scheduled to start prompt
ly at 8 o’clock. Ushers were desig
nated to take care of the crowd ex
pected and all not able to get into
the main auditorium of the Demo
cratic headquarters will be able to
, hear the governor thieugh amplifiers.
A union band will furnish music
| for the occasion, beginning at 6:30,
and the general public is invited to
! hear the Governor of South Carolina
in Labor’s contribution to the county
Democratic campaign.
Plans were also laid for poll work
ers and to see that the Labor vote is
gotten out:as far as possible.
The chairman stated that while as
organizations labor bodies were not
I identified, that the league was
1 composed of workers organized and
i unorganized from every craft.
GOV. OLIN JOHNSON TO
SPEAK AT RALLY
Don't forget the Demo
cratic Rally at Headquar
ters, \V. Trade and Poplar
streets, Friday night, at
7:30 p. m. Gov. Olin John
son, of South Carolina, a
proven friend of Labor will
be the principal speaker.
Hutcheson Tells
Why He Left The
A. F. of L. Council
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.—William L.
Hutcheson, president of the United
Brotherhood of Carpenters and Join
ers of America, made public the fol
lowing letter to William Green, pres
ident of the American Federation of
Labor, tendering his resignation as
tenth vice-president of the Federa
tion:
“Knowing the rules of the council,
namely, that a member not attending
a council meeting is bound by the ac
tion of the majority of the council.
, REYNOLDS ASKS VOTERS
TO FORGET PARTY STRIFE
WINSTON-SALEM.—Senator Rob
ert R. Reynolds praised the record
of the Roosevelt administration in
capipaign address here. Roosevelt,
he said, is a peace-loving President
who hates war, and who has aided th<
farmer, home-owner, industrialist am
masses in general. Turning to the
State campaign, Reynolds said: “Let
us forget our party differences and
bury the hatchet if there ever was c
hatchet.” The only apology I have
to make,” he said, “is that in 1928 1
campaigned for A1 Smiths I beg
that you accept, please, my humble
apology.”
and being unable to attend the pres
ent meetings of the council, at which
time the report for the convention will
be compiled, and not knowing or be
ing familiar with what will be in the
report, and not being desirous of
! having my name signed to something
that I know nothing about, I have
come to the conclusion that the rea
sonable and logical procedure is for
me to resign from the council.
“Therefore I hereby present my
resignation as a vice-president of theI
American Federation of Labor.”
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(Continued from last week)
Leaving Colorado Springs, Colo., early Saturday morning, we began
our homeward journey southward by way of Pueblo, Colo., and on into
Raton, New Mexico, crossing a mountain more than 7000 feet high, from
the roadway of which was seen a beautiful view of the surrounding country,
the view being unobstructed because of the absence of trees. Moving south
eastward over a corner of New Mexico we entered Texas by way of the
Panhandle, still going southeastward, and into Amarillo, Texas, the build
ings of which city were visible to us 27 miles away.
This section of country jwas very flat, roads straight and wide, and look
ing ahead they seemed to penetrate the sky. No trees, few and low hills,
cattle in fields so large they appeared no larger than cats, and perhaps many
were not visible at all. Houses were mainly bungalow type and scarcely
visible to the naked eye. Iii New Mexico, many adobe, or mud, houses were
seen. Traveling through bright sunshine, we arrived in Memphis, Texas,
and rested until morning, again going on our way and arriving in Fort
Worth, Texas, before noon.
Shortly after lunch we went to the Frontier Exposition, which was open
on Sunday, and for that particular kind of show it is well worthwhile. Our
chief interest was to see the show displaying frontier life in early days of
the covered wagon, rough riding, roping cattle, fancy shooting, throwing the
bull, etc., which we considered well worth the time and money. The electric
display on the background was very colorful. Another feature of great in
terest was the Will Rogers Exhibit, which had been loaned by his widow. To
one who knows little or nothing of travel except by automobile, it is a treat
and surprise to see the saddles, whips, and other equipment made of leather
and used by this much loved man. There were many saddles and other
articles of beautiful design which were given to Mr. Rogers by friends and
admirers from all over the world. This collection was well guarded and will
not be worn by visitors handling same, as none is within reach of the hand.
All who view the exhibit do; so standing by a guard rail which is located at
a safe distance. To say it y?as a popular part of the big show is putting it
mildly. The building is not very large, and one enters by standing in line
or pushing his neighbor aside
The Frontier Village was another place of interest. There is seen a
blacksmith shop where horses were shod, a display of carriages dating back
to the early days of the last century, a bedroom outfit which evidently be
longed to a family of wealth, one of the most elaborate displays of hand
carved and decorated wood I have ever seen; costumes worn by ladies and
gentlemen at varying periods; dolls of many kinds and ages; Indian equip
ment of much interest. An; Indian village of the Navajo tribe from Okla
homa was also well worth a visit. These people speak fairly good English
and talk freely when addressed. They did various dances, weaving rugs,
done by the women, and otherwise went about life in the way natural to
themselves but odd to the visitors.
Spending the night in Fbrt Worth, in the morning we went over to the
city of Dallas, where is being held another exposition. As this show is much
after the pattern of a world; fair, displaying more of the things of everyday
knowledge to,most of us, it jdid not appeal as did the show at Fort Worth,
so after riding about the grounds in a sightseeing bus several times and
locating the attractions of greatest appeal, we went to such displays as we
chose, spending some four or five hours on the grounds, and once more
started toward home, spending the night in Shreveport, La. This is a fairly
large and interesting city op the Red river, and appears to be quite an in
dustrial center.
Leaving Shreveport in the morning, we rode into Jackson, Miss., in
time for lunch. After a drive! about the City the highway was again before us
and the night was spent at Tuscaloosa, Ala. This city was a complete sur
prise, as years ofj thinking of this town had failed to picture it in any such
way as to do it credit In other words, it was a pleasant surprise.
Departing from Tuscaloosa in the early morning we passed through
Birmingham and Anniston, Alabama, and on into Atlanta, Ga., where we
wandered about for several hours, going to veiw Stone Mountain, that big
rock which has been the subject of many unpleasant disputes in late years.
We finally turned our faces definitely toward home, and coming through
Anderson, Greenville, Spartanburg, S. C., and into Kings Mountain, we were
again at home in Charlotte about 10:30 P. M., having traveled more than
4,000 miles in sunshine, through strange lands to us, no.trouble of any kind,
good health followed each member of the party.
Meeting trees again in eastern Texas, from there into Birmingham, Ala.,
many sawmills, all working; were passed. Also it was noted that from
Texas on into North Carolina there was a continuous stream of cotton
fields, and the crop looked good. As for wood growth, basket willow was
most in evidence, as it grew along streams in sections where no other trees
grow. Remember seeing only one or two weeping willow trees, but they
were very pretty. Beyond the Mississippi river, while streams were dry,
there appeared to be good pasture and much hay stacked.
At one small city in Kansas, I asked a man if there was any trouble
getting water. He said there was not, as his community had tapped an
underground river and that the supply would never run out. On the surface
everything seemed dry.
Roosevelt-Landon Labor Records
Are Gone Into By The A. F. of L.;
President Signs 47 “Favorable”
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17.-—In its customary report on the
major presidential candidates, the American Federation of labor
today cited 47 bills signed by President Roosevelt as “favorable to
labor” and quoted Governor Landon in detail on labor’s right to
organize, social legislation and relief.
No endorsement was given, although William Green, presi
dent of the federation who is personally supporting President
Roosevelt, said last night that any working man who read the
report should know for whom to vote.
The report was issued by a committee headed by Green, which said
the labor movement was partisan to principles and not to parties. Conclud
ing, it added:
“Stand faithfully by our friends and elect them. Oppose our enemies
and defeat them.” ,
On the heels of the report George L. Berry, president of Labor’s Non
Partisan league, which is campaigning for the democratic ticket, said 33
.state federations of labor and 20 international unions have endorsed Roose
velt and no state labor body has endorsed Landon. His statement said the
issue is between liberalism and reaction and “the republican Dr. Jekyll and
Mr. Hyde act hasn't ^pled anybody.”
Thousands of copies of the federation report went out to the 4b state
federations and 33,510 national and local unions for distribution in every
congressional district
After a resume of the planks proposed by federation spokesmen to the
party platform committees, it listed side by side the planks of interest to
labor which were adopted. This showed both major parties were silent on
eleven of the 20 subjects on which expression was sought including anti
injunction legislation, immigration and technological unemployment.
Reviewing Vice-President Garner’s record, the repord said he was favor
able to labor in eleven instances and unfavorable in 18 during his service in
the house from 1908 through 1932. No record was given for CoL Prank
Knox, who has never seen legislative service.
The review of the Roosevelt record went back to his service in the New
York legislature, beginning in 1911, and closed with the list of new deal en
actments approved by the federation, including the relief and public works
appropriations, bank deposit insurance, TV A, railroad retirement and the
Wagner labor disputes act. Nd mention was made of the invalidated NRA
or Guffey coal act, both of which the federation supported.
Six of the 30 pages were devoted to quotations from Governor London’s
messages to the Kansas legislature and his address accepting the presidential
nomination. These included recommendations for relief taxes, efforts to
ameliorate working condition, ratification of the child labor amendment,
an anti-injunction act, and amendment of the state constitution to enable co
operation with the federal social security act.
The labor section of Landon’s acceptance address was printed in black
face type, as was the subsequent elaboration of his position that labor should
have the right to organize “free from interference from any source."
I
THIRTY-THREE STATE FEDERATIONS
ENDORSE FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT
WITH OTHERS FOLLOWING SUIT
Thirty-three state' federations of labor representing every
section of the United States have endorsed the re-election of Presi
dent Roosevelt, to date, Major George L. Berry, president of La
bor’s Non-Partisan League announced today.
“This bears a significance that cannot be underestimated by
any political dopesters,” said Majo>r Berry, “when it is consider
ed that in addition to these state federation endorsements, Presi
dent Roosevelt has received the endorsements of 20 international
unions and 85 officials of internationals in addition to the state
federation backings. Particularly significant is the fact that
not a single state labor body has endorsed Candidate Landon.”
“As the campaign goes down the home-stretch this tribute of labor points
clearly to one thing,” Major Berry emphasized. “The working men and
women of America—millions of them, organized and unorganized, have
seen the issue clearly as a choice between true liberalism versus unadulter
ated reaction and when you separate the chaff from the wheat, this one
issue remains no matter how hard the Republicans try to make the issue
seem otherwise. The Republican Dr. Jekyll and Mil Hyde act hasn’t fooled
anybody.”
State federations of labor which have endorsed President Roosevelt to
date ate: 1
Alabama, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois,
Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massa
chusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey,
Iowa, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Caro
lina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming.
International Unions which have endorsed President Roosevelt or labor's
Non-Partisan League or both, are:
Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America; Locomotive Firemen and
Enginemen; International Ladies Garment Workers; Hatters, Cap and Milli
nery Workers International Union; Hotel and Restaurant Employees Inter
national Alliance and Bartenders League; American Federation of Hosiery
Workers; Mine, Mill and Smelter Workers International Union; United Mine
Workers of America; Brotherhood of Railway Clerks; International Alli
ance of Theatrical Stage Employees and Moving Picture Machine Operators;
United Wall Paper Crafts of North America; Brotherhood of Railroad
Trainmen; Brewery, Flour, Cereal and Soft Drink Workers of America;
United Textile Workers of America; International Typographical Union;
United Rubber Works of America; International Association of Bridge and
Structural Iron Workers; International Association of Machinists; National
Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots of America; Bakery and Confec
tionary Workers International Union.
The bakery union was the 20th international to endorse the President’s
re-election. .... , , „ .
“To our knowledge,” Major Berry explained, “no state federation of
labor which has met during the last few months of the campaign has failed
to unanimously endorse the President’s re-eletion. The same applies to
conventions of internationals. And not one has endorsed Landon.”
Columbia Broadcast
Chain Slops Canned
Political Speeches
CHICAGO, Oct. 20.—A demand by
the Republican national committee
for a rebroadcast of Senator Arthur
H. Vandenberg’s interupted “fire
side chat” Saturday night with the
recorded voice of President Roosevelt
was denied by the Columbia Broad
casting System. < i
Senator Vandenberg’s speech was,
cut off a number of eastern outlets
of the Columbia chain and was heard
with some delay and interruptions
over most of the western outlets when
the speaker attempted to use a phon
ograph record of the President’s voice
as a part of his program.
Today Hill Blackett, director of
the public relations divisions of the
Republican national committee, issued
a statement demanding a rebroadcast
because “the committee did not get
value received for the money spent
and the time allotted for the broad
cast.” . w
Columbia replied that "since Mr. I
Blackett has expressed the opinion!
that in the broadcast he did not get
value received, we are cancelling the
charge for that broadcast.”
“Columbia has always refused to
broadcast phonograph records or
electrical transscriptions over its
network,” the Columbia statement
read. “We will neither give nor sell
time to the Republican party to
broadcast a program in which the
President’s voice, or any other voice,
is either reproduced on a phonograph
record or simulated by an actor.”
“We intend to maintain the com-,
pletely non-partisan attitdue,” the
statement continued, “which has,
marked our network during its exis
tence.”
Just A Few Labor
Tho’ts 01 interest
Knox is still trying to create an
other iHoover depression. He prob
ably thinks that he and Landon are
going to be defeated and they will
have to have their depression without
the office.
The tear gas manufacturers say
that they sell their article only to
good companies and that these good
companies; use it only to break
strikes.
Some one has said that there are
three Republican tickets in South
Carolina. Each republican must be
a candidate and is going to vote for
himself.
If the rest of the country will fol
low the example of Oklahoma, Mis
sissippi, South Carolina, and Georgia,
the New Deal will get a Square Deal.
When corporations buy elections,
those elected have no minds of their
own.
With Hearst controlling Hamilton
and Hamilton controlling Landon,
what chance will the farmers have?
Labor will never realize its right
of collective bargaining until it rec
ognizes the power of collective buy
ing.
Have all the people forgotten con
ditions as they were during the
Hoover administration?
Do the people of the United States
prefer the conditions of 1932 to
those of 1936?—Una (S. C.) News
Review'.
The mix-up followed secret ar
rangements by the Republican na
tional committee for a “sensational
surprise” broadcast with Michigan’s
Senator Vandenberg as “one of the
chief speakers.”
The second “speaker” was an
nounced as “internationally knowm.”
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