John L Lewis Speaks On Labor Strikes And Army Action, CIO Convention In Detroit

The national CIO convention supported President Murray's call for union backing of National Defense and endorsed Mr. Lewis's coal strike. Concerns arose about potential military intervention in mining communities, but mineworkers believed the government would not take such action. They planned to remain peacefully in their homes, aware that abandoned coal mines would not produce coal.

What was President Murray's demand regarding unions?

What action did the national CIO convention take regarding Mr. Lewis?

What did the speaker express about the potential military response to the coal strike?

What concerns did workers have about military action in the mining communities?

According to the text, what is the implication of bandage in coal mines?