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September 28, 1933
On September 28, 1933, tensions escalated in Milwaukee as demonstrators clashed with police during Dr. Luther's visit to a local club. This incident underscored the growing unrest within the labor movement amid the Great Depression, where the push for industrial unions gained momentum. Prominent figures like Q’Connell and Frey advocated for a 'vertical' organization of labor, moving away from traditional craft bodies. Their proposals were part of a broader discussion on labor reform that included calls for a 30-hour work week, reflecting the urgent need for economic relief and restructuring during a time of severe unemployment and instability. Nationally, the political climate was tense, with significant debates on industrial policy and labor rights emerging in the wake of the New Deal initiatives.
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On September 28, 1933, a riot erupted during Dr. Luther's visit to Milwaukee as anti-Nazi demonstrators clashed with police. The police intervened to disperse the crowd gathered at the doors of a local club, showcasing the rising tensions surrounding Nazi ideology in the United States. This incident reflects the growing opposition to fascism during the prelude to World War II.
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On September 28, 1933, S. Osusky, the Czechoslovak delegate to the League of Nations Assembly, publicly criticized the organization by likening its Secretariat to an army filled with generals. This critique highlighted concerns about the League's bureaucratic structure and effectiveness in achieving its goals. Osusky's remarks sparked debate about the need for reform within the League.
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INDUSTRIAL UNIONS URGED UPON LABOR; Q'Connell and Frey, Backing Johnson View, Declare for 'Vertical' Organization. SHIFT FROM CRAFT BODIES Policy Put Up to Metal Trades -- Building Croup Report Also Calls for 30-Hour Week.
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