Defense Labor Strikes Continue, Equipment Remains Cold

The transcript discusses labor strikes affecting arms production, particularly in coal mines owned by steel companies. The strikes have led to significant disruptions, with towns like Welch, West Virginia, suffering. The CIO demanded a closed shop, leading to a strike called by John L Lewis. This is the third strike in 1941, threatening steel supply for defense. Despite claims of vast coal reserves, the situation prompted mediation efforts involving President Roosevelt, William Davis, and industry leaders. A compromise was proposed to return the dispute to the mediation board, allowing coal production to continue during negotiations.

What was the primary demand of the CIO that led to the strike?

• Better working conditions

• Higher wages

• A closed shop

• Shorter working hours

Which industry was directly threatened by the coal strike?

• Steel

• Agriculture

• Textile

• Automobile

Who was summoned by the President to mediate the labor dispute?

• Thomas Edison

• Andrew Carnegie

• Henry Ford

• William Davis

What was the proposed solution to the labor dispute?

• Increase in coal production

• Return to work pending mediation

• Permanent closure of the mines

• Immediate end to the strike

Which leader rejected President Roosevelt's appeals to continue work?

• Dylan Paul

• Myron T. Taylor

• John L. Lewis

• William Davis