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3 stories matching paralyz

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  1. The Looming Shutdown That Could Paralyze a Nation

    With railroad workers and managers deadlocked over the eight-hour day, President Wilson intervenes to prevent a catastrophic strike.

    Aug 18, 1916Coulee City DispatchSpokane, Spokane CountyWork & Pay

  2. Railroad Strike Paralyzes the Northwest

    A massive walkout of switchmen leaves freight stranded from Duluth to the Pacific, forcing shops to close and threatening regional industry.

    Dec 2, 1909The Newport Miner (Newport, WA) 1899-CurrentHillyard, Spokane, Spokane CountyWork & Pay

  3. The Nation on the Brink: Rail Workers Push for Eight-Hour Day

    As contract negotiations fail, two million workers threaten a total shutdown of the nation's rail system, prompting intervention from President Wilson.

    Aug 18, 1916White Bluffs SpokesmanSpokane, Spokane CountyWork & Pay

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