Switchmen's Union
Named in 3 stories. Back to all names
- Dec 3, 1909Railroad Switchmen Walk Out in Massive StrikeEverett switchmen join a regional effort to shut down rail traffic from the Great Lakes to the Pacific in a fight for higher wages and safer working conditions.Everett, WA
- Dec 10, 1909The Switchmen's Dilemma: A Fight for the Eight-Hour DayMayor D.W. Lawler details why railroad workers are rejecting mandatory arbitration under the Erdman Act, arguing it strips them of their power to strike while leaving them trapped in unfair conditions.Everett, WA
- Jan 28, 1910The Switchmen’s Strike Remains UnbrokenLocal union leaders condemn the 'treachery' of trainmen who crossed picket lines during the ongoing regional railway strike.Everett, WA