Truce Called In Violent Coal Strike, Philip Murray Speaks In Detroit

The video discusses the end of a miners' strike as Congress considers anti-strike legislation. John L. Lewis accepted President Roosevelt's arbitration proposal, ending the walkout. The strike saw violence, including shootings, and reduced steel production by 30,000 tons. At the CIO convention in Detroit, tensions arose between Lewis and Murray factions, with Murray re-elected as president. Philip Murray criticized new congressional efforts to limit labor rights, emphasizing the need to fight such restraints during national emergencies.

What event led to the end of the miners' strike?

• The miners received a pay raise.

• The strike was declared illegal by the courts.

• Congress passed anti-strike legislation.

• John L. Lewis accepted President Roosevelt's arbitration proposal.

How much steel production was affected by the strike?

• 30,000 tons

• 40,000 tons

• 20,000 tons

• 10,000 tons

What was a significant outcome of the national CIO convention in Detroit?

• The convention was canceled due to violence.

• Philip Murray was re-elected as president.

• John L. Lewis was elected president.

• A new labor union was formed.

What was Philip Murray's stance on the new congressional moves to curb labor?

• He supported the legislation.

• He proposed alternative legislation.

• He was indifferent to the changes.

• He opposed the legislation and emphasized fighting against it.

What was the purpose of the legislation discussed by Philip Murray?

• To impose restraints on labor.

• To increase labor rights.

• To promote industrial growth.

• To provide financial aid to workers.