This day in history: October 9
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Date(s) - 09/10/2023
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1912
Trouble has been brewing at the Phoenix mill after 200 operators, mostly foreigners, left their jobs because of the new 54 hour work week and consequent reduction in wages. The International Workers of the World socialist union is now involved, and Chief of Police Long has been called to the scene.
1952
Evening Times Headline: “Many Means to Be Used to Get Folks Out to Register.”
“The local campaign for record registration got into high gear last night with a meeting of all committee members….” It was reported that radio station WLFH local programs and station breaks were emphasizing the theme, “Cash in on your American Heritage – Register This Weekend,” throughout every hour of broadcasting until 10 o’clock Saturday night.” An accompanying headline read: “Register Drive To Provide Babysitters.” Additionally, a proclamation encouraging participation was issued by Mayor Willard M. Topper, also on the front page.
1997
Scrapping gum and tar off city sidewalks is one of the sentences handed down in city court for minor offenses under the city’s community service program. Other public service tasks include picking up trash and litter and washing city vehicles.