1943 MILITANT, VOLUME 7, COMPLETE CONTENTS BY ISSUE 1. JAN. 2, 1943 (Page 1) Defend labor's political rights, An Editorial Red Army presses back Nazis -- Stalin's policies barrier to final Soviet victory, by Howard Hogan New regional WLB set-up will not change board's anti-labor policy -- unions will not have right to appeal region decisions -- WLB acts to decentralize in reply to widespread protests against delays, by Joseph Andrews Ban issue of Militant and Dec. Fourth international Giraud chosen high commission'r for French Africa -- Darlan's policies of colonial suppression will be continued, by Michael Cort Manpower Commission freezes more workers -- 175,000 workers in St. Paul-Minneapolis now chained to jobs, proposed Clark draft bill would give workers no job choice, by John Edwards Wall St. discusses its role in the war Rationing plans leave many loopholes for rich, by C. Charles British soldiers forbidden news of Beveridge Plan Negro columnist comments on the Post Office ban (Page 2) Waste endangers food supply -- Pravda warns -- Kremlin blames local administrators for "mistakes" in huge crop losses, by John G. Wright "The neck of the turkey" (cartoon) A.C.L.U. reviews attack on civil liberties during 1942 Pope denounces Marxian socialism in Xmas speech, by Edith Kane Envoy charged with acting against Bolivian strikers, by Helen Marshall New York school ends good term; new course post'd Women in industry -- day nurseries are needed now -- let's get some action now, by Marie Taylor Rich won't feel pinch of rationing (continued from page 1) Giraud represents the capitalists Darlan did (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- plant discrimination and Army segregation, by Albert Parker U.S. moves in North Africa strengthen French reaction, by A. Roland Behind the dispute over the Darlan deal, by M. Morrison Red Army wins new victories (continued from page 1) International Notes, by Betty Kuehn The Lessons of 1918-20 -- revolutionary propaganda broke attacks on Soviet, by Miriam Carter (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: No tax on wages! The meaning of 1942 election returns Workers' Forum -- AYC offers aid to lift "Militant" ban -- elections unseat CP in Local 302 -- women writers are praised for work The four freedoms have a double anniversary, by John Bates The housing crisis -- war workers must live in shacks under dangerous health conditions while millions are spent on unnecessary plants, by John Adamson WLB decisions reveal infamy of labor leaders, by Edward Hill Suicides declining as mass murder increases, by Grace Carlson --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. JAN. 9, 1943 (Page 1) Why are there no labor representatives in the new Congress, An Editorial British soldiers show sympathy for unionists -- notify Leeds transport workers that they do no want to act as strikebreakers Some more "equal sacrifice" (cartoon) Pro-consumer gov't official forced to resign (Big Business is carrying on full-scale offensive against the living standards of the masses) [no headline] OPA keeps raising prices -- new rises mean more slashes in living standards, by C. Charles 17 reported killed in Bolivia strike -- CIO, AFL officials protest attempts to label it Nazi-led Frameup movie nears completion, by John Bates Cannon trial testimony is now being translated into Arabic "New leader" hits Davies' movie LaFollette paper hits P.O. ban How I got plenty of butter, by Michael Cort (Page 2) Red Army makes important gains -- advances are already greater than those achieved during last winter's fighting, by Joseph Andrews Workers get it in the neck because of employer practices The Stalinists are running new "educational campaign," by Philip Blake One can per customer (picture) Davies movie almost ready (continued from page 1) Negro youth group opposes ban on "the Militant" OPA continues to raise prices (continued from page 1) V.R. Dunne speaks on "4 Freedoms" at Mpls. forum "Fourth International" for January is now on sale (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the Negro press -- an attack answered and a criticism made The economics of jabberwocky, C. Thomas Child care problem acute (picture) The demand for a Jewish army, by M. Morrison Juvenile delinquency and "war economy," by B. Stevens Lessons of 1918-1920 -- British masses helped to defeat the interventionists, by Miriam Carter International Notes, by Betty Kuehn (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: World police force would be aimed at the working masses, by A. Roland Workers' Forum -- asks campaign on Davies' movie smear -- no adequate child care on West Side -- oil shortage brings hardship to Boston -- union quits joint speedup committee German people no longer fooled by Hitler's lies, by Edith Kane Workers' Bookshelf Small businessmen are being driven to the wall, by C. Williams Why do the employers oppose food subsidies? by C. Charles --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. JAN. 16, 1943 (Page 1) Carlo Tresca assassinated -- believed to be political murder, by Felix Morrow They want to put it out (cartoon) Post Office wants to suppress us because we defend labor's rights -- government's citations show anti-labor bias -- a statement by the Editorial Board For services not rendered Roosevelt's opening speech to Congress CRDC statement on murder of Tresca How the British "Tribune" explains the Darlan deal "No barrier to free expression," says Byron Price Anti-Negro forces win another victory -- McNutt calls off FEPC hearings on Jim Crow policies in railroad industry (Page 2) 27 excerpts which the authorities dislike -- they propose to revoke our second-class mailing privileges on the basis of these statements (Page 3) The 27 excerpts (continued from page 1) Post Office wants to ban "Militant" (continued from page 1) International Notes, by Betty Kuehn (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: The facts on China Carlo Tresca assassinated (continued from page 1) Chicago area hit by high prices, less food -- but the wealthy still manage to get what they want, by Joseph Keller The nineteenth anniversary of Lenin's death, by Michael Cort Steel workers strike for equal pay for women Lew Brownstein "Lenin on Women" pamphlet put out by N.Y. local ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. JAN. 23, 1943 (Page 1) Why the postal authorities want to ban "The Militant" "Militant" defends mailing rights at Post Office hearing in Washington -- paper opposes attempt to revoke mailing privileges The Tresca murder -- Stalinists are suspect, labor leaders insist -- Communist Party and Italian Stalinist alibis are not convincing to those who know Stalinist murder methods, by Felix Morrow Employers' greed endangered lives of Allied troops -- Anaconda Copper Co. indicted again for defective war goods, by John Bates Black market operating in all parts of the country "Equal rights" bill would destroy laws protecting women workers, by Larissa Reed Diseased meat sold in Detroit OPA study bares war profiteering, by Eloise Black Mine strike caused by rising prices "Tsar to Lenin" to be shown at N.Y. memorial meeting Why prices keep rising in Chicago, by Joseph Keller Mine strike shows need for rising scale of wages (Page 2) Basic problems facing labor movement today, by E.R. Frank Radek and Rakovsky are reported dead The Tresca murder: Stalinists are suspect, labor leaders insist (continued from page 1) Browder opposes freedom for African colonies -- C.P. members "shocked" to learn of government's treatment of Stalinists, by Philip Blake Not even lowly potato is safe Seek investigation of Army Jim Crow (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the work of George Washington Carver, by Albert Parker Tresca, defender of the persecuted -- he gave aid to all victims of reaction, by George Novack, secretary, Civil Rights Defense Committee Leon Trotsky's attitude toward Carlo Tresca Carlo Tresca's views on the war International Notes, by Betty Kuehn (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: We hate Spanish fascism, too Black market arising in all sections -- why prices keep rising in Chicago (continued from page 1) Butchers afraid to talk in N.Y. What to do about the black market, An Editorial Workers' Bookshelf "Militant" defends mailing rights at Post Office hearing in Washington (continued from page 1) Ohio weekly condemns Post Office repression Meat bootlegging reported in Minn. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. JAN. 30, 1943 (Page 1) The Tresca murder: Antonini "95%" certain Stalinists are guilty, by Felix Morrow Biddle's letter Biddle and Post Office demand that "Militant" be barred from the mails -- "gravest threat to free press in this war," says A.C.L.U. Attorney Fraenkel at hearing -- authorities do not challenge truth of statements in paper, Goldman shows precedent can be used to stifle all criticism, by George Breitman Red Army's winter offensive deals Hitler stunning blows, by John G. Wright Randolph speech cited as "evidence" at hearing -- postal authorities object to Negro leader's statements "Equal rights" bill introduced into the Senate, by Larissa Reed W.D.L. secretary protests to Biddle (Page 2) They want "Militant" barred from the mails (continued from page 1) Some sidelights on the hearing (Page 3) Randolph speech cited at hearing (continued from page 1) Revolt against Stalinist control of smelter union The Beveridge Plan and Britain's future, by M. Morrison Army treats bosses differently than it treats the workers, by J. Thorne WDL secretary sends protest to Biddle (continued from page 1) "Equal rights" bill entered into Senate CP covers up sponsors of the anti-labor bill William Henry Chamberlain hits Post Office procedure (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: 10 years of Hitler Ominous news from Detroit Litvinov "entertained" by Davies' movie script Anti-Semite Peyrouton made governor of Algeria, by R. Freeman The Tresca murder: Antonini "95%" certain Stalinists are guilty (continued from page 1) "Times" attempts to sell capitalism to workers Slanders lay ground for attacks on Negro press ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6. FEB. 6, 1943 (Page 1) 3 things to be noted about Post Office hearing, An Editorial Unions attacks WLB "Little Steel" formula, demand wage increases -- CIO, AFL, mine and railroad workers press for higher pay -- but War Labor Board still refuses to make any changes in its wage policy, by Antony [sic] Massini An answer to a slander (cartoon) Price rises cause drive against WLB wage ruling Unionists send aid to "Militant" "Anti-Racketeer" bill menaces union activity Anti-fascists are still persecuted in North Africa, by Michael Cort New Trotsky book meets warm response Prices, wages and pamphlets (Page 2) Stalinists get trounced at Connecticut CIO convention -- their reactionary labor policies laid basis for defeat on executive board Full speed ahead! (cartoon) Pro-consumer forces being driven from Agriculture Dept., by John Bates Women in industry, by Marie Taylor CP loses ground in Connecticut local of UE Food or pills? by Grace Carlson Anti-fascists still persecuted in Africa (continued from page 1) Latin America: Chile since the break with the Axis, by Terence Phelan (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- a new government committee? by Albert Parker Who killed Carlo Tresca? Is the GPU planning a new murder drive against us? Rickenbacker's speeches and labor's responsibilities, by M. Morrison International Notes, by Betty Kuehn Unions hit WLB wage policy (continued from page 1) "Fourth International" for February is now on sale (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: The secret of Soviet production Davies' smear film will aid the GPU Workers' Forum -- more articles on fascism required -- an OPA agent admits some facts -- how price rises are put over -- what closing N.Y. schools will mean Police hound Trotskyists in Northern Ireland Workers' Bookshelf Premium pay chiseled by Perkins' wage rule ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7. FEB. 13, 1943 (Page 1) CIO, AFL, railroad unions unite against anti-labor bills, An Editorial Govt. reports prove that "Militant" tells truth -- meanwhile Postmaster General Walker's decision on Biddle's move to supress [sic] this paper is still pending, by Felix Morrow USSR widens offensive Byrnes rejects wage raise demands -- reaffirms WLB wage policy condemned by many unions -- key unions had asked for wage increases to meet constantly rising cost of living "New Republic" condemns the Biddle attacks on "Militant" Report OPA plans to use volunteer price wardens Soviet leaflets contain no revolutionary propaganda, by Michael Cort Truman report blames steel shortage on monopoly greed, by Eloise Black Giraud on democracy (Page 2) "Jacson" trial in final stage -- sentence will be imposed on Trotsky's murderer within the next few weeks, by Walter Rourke The Civil War in Yugoslavia -- the contending camps and the foreign alignments Women in industry, by Marie Taylor Rent profiteering hits new high in California war boom center, by Joan Wakefield No propaganda for revolution in Soviet leaflets (continued from page 1) Anti-labor "equal rights" bill opposed by AFL leader, by Larissa Reed Report OPA plans to utilize price wardens (continued from page 1) Mothers' class to start Feb. 17 Coffee shortage (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- why Hastie quit his War Department post -- NAACP raises some questions, by Albert Parker Leon Sedov, heroic builder of the 4th International, by R. Spirikin Hate-German propaganda and the Stalinists, by M. Morrison Dewey commission gave answer to lies about frameup trial International Notes, by Betty Kuehn (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: The latest victories of the Soviet Union Wages, prices and taxes Your dollars and what they buy (graphic) 15 labor and liberal leaders ask freedom for Poles jailed in USSR Govt. reports prove that "Militant" tells the truth (continued from page 1) Blue Network rules out criticism of government officials over the radio, by John Bates Big Business pushes for adoption of Ruml Plan --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8. FEB. 20, 1943 (Page 1) Civil rights committee pledges aid to "Militant" -- CRDC will bring issue before labor and liberal movements; Postmaster General's decision on mail rights still pending They're all afraid of it (cartoon) Finland asks help from Britain-U.S. against the USSR -- Churchill reported to have met Finnish minister in Turkey Red Army victories worry reactionaries -- they fear post-war role of the Soviet Union and want something done about it now Union man hits Post Office move Kelly Postal appeal filled on February 15 Gandhi's fast, by Felix Morrow New "Darlan Deal" reported brewing with Hungary 48 hour week order will be used to resist wage demands, by Anthony Massini Soviet victories are topic of Sunday open forum in N.Y. (Page 2) "Daily Worker" approves Davies' slander movie -- film will present Stalinist version of Moscow Trials Red Army victories worry reactionaries (continued from page 1) Finland seeks Allied help against USSR (continued from page 1) Small business complains it faces extinction in war, by C. Charles Trust-buster Arnold gets kicked upstairs, by Eloise Black WLB chairman calls for anti-union laws, by Milton Alvin Giraud document filled with pro-fascist views, by Michael Cort Civil liberties in North Africa 20% of San Francisco meat sold through black market channels, by Jim Long Lawyer of ACLU forum condemns attack on Militant Boston Magazine adds its protest (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- fight now to abolish the poll tax, by Albert Parker Dispute over size of Army raises a vital question -- what kind of military training will protect interests of the labor movement, by John Saunders Atrocity reports and the hate-campaign, by M. Morrison International Notes, by Betty Kuehn Gandhi's fast and India's fight (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Overtime pay and the $25,000 limit Rumania offers to transfer 70,000 Jews McNutt's order The Civil War in Yugoslavia -- the military aspects and political roots, by John G. Wright Oil interests blocked synthetic rubber program, by Dina Sanders Censors are busy on both sides of the Atlantic CRDC adopts resolution on Carlo Tresca Question statement on Lend-Lease aid to China Workers' Bookshelf Still another scandal about war profiteering -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9. FEB. 27, 1943 (Page 1) Gandhi fasts exposes real aims of British in India, by Felix Morrow Soviet gains continue (picture) New Anti-Soviet maneuvers reported -- USSR menaced by Finnish "peace" move, Polish Plan, Vatican plots Arguments on Postal appeal will be heard in spring -- trade unions send funds to CRDC to aid in defense of Minneapolis militant Union strikes to win equal pay for women workers, by Eloise Black McNutt gives Admiral Land draft weapon over seamen Parliament votes down move to act on Beveridge Plan -- Tories, labor heads unite to defeat Labor Party motion, by Michael Cort "Absentee" firings set pattern for anti-union drive Pioneer issues pamphlet on "Your Standard of Living" Next Sunday forum to hear "Labor Party Prospects -- 1943" (Page 2) A short history of "The Militant," by Helen Russell A program for child care -- trade unions should demand setting up of nurseries within the factories, by Irene James New anti-union drive is seen in "absentee" case (continued from page 1) War and prices (graphic) Parliament votes down move to act on Beveridge Plan (continued from page 1) Senate sub-committee OK's the "equal rights" amendment, by Larissa Reed 100 hear Morrow speak at first Sunday forum Anti-Soviet maneuvers reported (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- a government pamphlet of the Negroes, by Albert Parker UAW dues referendum show discontent of workers Why the reactionaries are worried about Soviet gains, by M. Morrison A common war aim of Stalin and the Allies, by A. Roland International Notes, by Betty Kuehn (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: The fight over the $25,000 salary top Dispute in war production board Prices still rising The Civil War in Yugoslavia -- the "National Liberation Front" and its policies, by John G. Wright Qualifications for posts in War Production Board Egidio Mattina Gandhi fast exposes real aims of British in India (continued from page 1) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10. MARCH 6, 1943 (Page 1) 2 Polish anti-fascists murdered by Stalinists -- Alter and Erlich executed in the USSR following a new "Moscow Trial" frameup, by Anthony Massini Present status of "the Militant" Kremlin must like Davies' version of Moscow Trials Anti-labor drive gains momentum -- labor-baiters bring up bills to hogtie unions, by Michael Cort Prices keep going higher and higher "Absenteeism" is alibi for firing shipyard unionists Davies' slanders are hit by writer Louis Fischer Verdict awaited in trial of GPU killer -- Mexican court holds final hearing on "Frank Jacson," murderer of Leon Trotsky, by Walter O'Rourke V.R. Dunne will speak "Labor and the 4 Freedoms" CIO explains the real reasons for "absenteeism" (Page 2) Alcoa victimizes Negro workers in Cleveland, by G. Schraum Await "Jacson" verdict (continued from page 1) March 8th -- International Woman's Day, by Reba Aubrey WDL wins freedom for Christ Popoff 82 strikers fired at Cleveland plant The truth about the 'race superiority" myth, by Grace Carlson Warde stresses need for building Labor Party Anti-labor drive gains momentum (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- Randolph's "civil disobedience" proposal, by Albert Parker Trotsky and the Red Army, by John Bates The reasons for the Soviet victories, by M. Morrison The Civil War in Yugoslavia -- the present leadership of the "partisans," by John G. Wright 2 Polish anti-fascists murdered by Stalinists (continued from page 1) Alter, Erlich on the Moscow Trials (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: UAW and prices U.S. aid to fascism Workers' Forum -- discusses standards of shipyard workers -- on the $25,000 salary limit -- asks about present status of Militant What will the Allies do about the European Jews? Workers' Bookshelf The State Department and North African policy ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11. MARCH 13, 1943 (Page 1) Why we plan to contest Walker's order, An Editorial Militant's 2nd class rights revoked -- decree threatening paper to be challenged in the courts -- meanwhile publication will continue and be sent by U.S. 3rd-and 4th-class mail Standley talks designed to force Soviet commitments, by Felix Morrow UMW attack "Little Steel" formula, seek $2 pay rise, by John Bates King George gets a bright idea -- now let's expand it C.P. denounced for plan to bring back the speedup -- report WLB will soon start drive to extend speedup, by Philip Blake Unions help in Kelly Postal case Natalia Trotsky seriously ill (Page 2) A short history of "The Militant," by Helen Russell Commitment sought from USSR (continued from page 1) Stalin's Slav International -- "all Slav rally" created by Kremlin to further its aims in Europe and America, by John G. Wright Women in industry, by Marie Taylor Militant's second class mail rights revoked (continued from page 1) C.P. denounced for plan to bring back speedup (continued from page 1) Sunday Open Forum -- E.R. Frank discusses labor in World War II (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- propaganda as a weapon against Jim Crow, by Albert Parker Kelly Postal's conviction, by James T. Farrell From Judge Hall's statement to the jury directing discharge of Postal case Stalin and post-war Europe, by M. Morrison Tobin threatens jail for union opponents International Notes, by Betty Kuehn Miners union demands $2 a day wage raises (continued from page 1) Aircraft workers are bitter over WLB order, by N. Collins (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Alter-Erlich murder and the Davies film How to fight the black market Hearst press and aircraft worker The situation in India after Gandhi's fast, by Felix Morrow Auto workers denounce Army firing of strikers Many timely articles in March "Fourth International" Workers' protests force freeing of Armstrong ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12. MARCH 20, 1943 (Page 1) US Beveridge Plan can't provide real security -- it will fail because it does not tackle basic problem; new dealers only want to patch up capitalism a little, by C. Charles What the miners are fighting (cartoon) Mine workers threaten to strike -- operators' strategy is to depend on govt. coercion -- miners will not work without a contract after April 1 deadline, Lewis warns, by Michael Cort UAW reaffirms opposition to speedup "incentive" plans Creation of Labor Party discussed, by William F. Warde More unions aid K. Postal defense Hillman says that amalgamated will not ask pay raises C. Charles next speaker at forum Why Rickenbacker has time to attack labor (Page 2) Mine workers threaten to strike (continued from page 1) Creation of Labor Party discussed at meeting in Pa. (continued from page 1) "Absenteeism" and the problem of shopping, by Irene James No real security in U.S. Beveridge Plan (continued from page 1) Truth about the press reports on fighting in L.A. Behind the Roosevelt request on Puerto Rico, by Terence Phelan Natalia Trotsky is recovering C. Charles is next speaker at forum (continued from page 1) 150 hear Goldman on Alter-Erlich murders George M. Whiteside N. Y. SWP pushes sale of latest book by L. Trotsky (Page 3) The murder of Henryk Erlich and Victor Alter -- their execution by Stalin is a blow against the defense of the Soviet Union, by Albert Goldman Two Madison Sq. Garden rallies demand action to aid the Jews -- united mass action, not prayers or pleas, will force open the doors to the refugees, by Dan Shelton (Page 4) Support the miners! Wallace's remarks about Trotskyism King of England is NOT working Stalinists speak up for J. P. Morgan What others said about P.O. attack on "Militant" Some lessons of the Paris Commune, by John Bates Civil War in Yugoslavia -- role of women and youth groups, by John G. Wright ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 13. MARCH 27, 1943 (Page 1) New York meeting Friday to protest Post Office attack on "Militant" -- will rally support to help challenge P.O. order in court War Labor Board flatly rejects AFL-CIO request for higher wages -- WLB votes to maintain its 15% wage-freezing formula, by E.R. Frank Trotsky sequence proved frameup aim of movie Roosevelt enters into mine fight -- indicates he will oppose demands of the miners union Anti-labor drive spurs formation of a Labor Party, by William F. Warde Giraud disfranchises Jews as well as Arabs, by Betty Kuehn Stalinists lie about UAW stand on speedup, by Philip Blake John G. Wright to speak on civil war in Yugoslavia Congress bills seek to raise prices and to intimidate or cripple unions (Page 2) A short history of "The Militant," by Helen Russell State legislatures offered scores of anti-labor bills -- would cripple unions' activities and hamper development of a Labor Party 5 vicious bills menace unions in Minnesota, by Jack Ranger Anti-union drive spurs formation of a Labor Party (continued from page 1) Roosevelt enters into mine fight (continued from page 1) Sunday open forum hears Charles on fight against rising prices Stalinists lie about UAW stand on speedup (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- if this is progress, by Albert Parker Polish refugee offices are abolished in Soviet Union, by Judith Janow The U.S. Beveridge Plan its meaning and future, by M. Morrison 4th International statement on murder of Erlich-Alter Shachtman still evades the fundamental issues, by Felix Morrow Giraud denies vote to both the Jews and Arabs (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Churchill's speech Foremen and unions Pioneer's new book Workers' Forum -- sends funds to aid Post Office fight -- discusses the mine negotiations -- explains why unions should act now What others say about P.O. attack on "Militant" Workers' Bookshelf Demonstration by M.P.'s is warning to labor ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14. APRIL 3, 1943 (Page 1) CRDC meeting demands end to ban on "Militant" U.S. Steel faked records of tests -- sold government sub-standard steel plate -- deliberately placed many lives in danger -- faulty steel was sold to the maritime commission, Navy and for Lend-Lease use, by Anthony Massini Louis Nelson and James T. Farrell pledge support Lock the door with a rising scale of wages! (cartoon) Resolution of CRDC Food situation gets more chaotic West Coast seamen fight against new draft threat, by John Corbett Why the price of bread keeps on rising Roosevelt again intervenes in the mine negotiations E.R. Frank to discuss Lewis and Roosevelt Profits of shipowners reach fantastic heights Another union aids in Postal case (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank U.S. Steel fakes records (continued from page 1) A short history of "The Militant," by Helen Russell 4,000 N.Y. workers meet in Erlich-Alter protest J.G. Wright analyzes Yugoslav civil war West Coast seamen fight against new draft threat (continued from page 1) Tobin sabotages fight against scab print shop A letter to the editor -- state of democracy in Washington, D.C. (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- Layle Lane's speech at CRDC meeting, by Albert Parker Importance of the struggle on behalf of "the Militant," Albert Goldman The Tory-Labor coalition and the British masses, by William F. Warde International Notes, by Betty Kuehn CRDC meeting demands end to ban on "Militant" John L. Lewis defends the miners' demands at Truman hearing ALP leaders prepare for coming political fights (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Steel test faking Lewis and the War Labor Board A statement on the slaughter of the Jews, by the executive committee of the Fourth International Government helps Alcoa to rake in huge profits, by Ralph Johnson Civil war in Hitler's rear spreads to Poland, by John G. Wright Starkey Jackson N. Y. Board of Education rejects Mark Starr ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 15. APRIL 10, 1943 (Page 1) Miners carry fight to public -- Kennedy resigns from War Labor Board Murray-Green beg White House aid Another under sea menace! (cartoon) Shipowner profits taken from public funds -- "revolting scandal" in Emory land nomination, by John Corbett War profiteering revealed in Senate -- faked steel tests point to higher-ups -- capitalist papers whitewash company, by C. Charles An end to profiteering, an Editorial Unions in N.J. contemplate steps for Labor Party, by William F. Warde Stalinists lay trap for MInnesota labor, by Barbara Bruce Carlson defends miners demands Illinois-Carnegie old hand at defrauding government Jim Crow in 2nd World War; subject Sunday forum Signs of revolt grow in Europe CIO rubber union backs Kelly Postal (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank War profiteering revealed (continued from page 1) Army practices how to break strikes (picture) SWP opens new Seattle branch Browder cooks up new "conspiracy," by M. Stein E.R. Frank analyzes Lewis-Roosevelt clash Stalinists lay trap for Minn labor (continued from page 1) Activities of N.Y. mothers' group Favor Labor Party Miners take fight to public; Kennedy resigns WLB post (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- passivity over Jim Crow a real danger, by John Saunders Diplomatic moves indicate growing danger to USSR, by Felix Morrow Will Alter-Erlich speakers also protest Davies film? by M. Morrison Shipyard workers well acquainted with this mystery Yugoslav partisans a real force, by John G. Wright International Notes, by Betty Kuehn (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Protest the Davies whitewash film! Profits and beef A growing danger Grade labelling Workers' Forum -- wants new mayor with union button -- a real poser for Norman Thomas -- instrument workers reject assessment Germany foreshadows middle class's fate, by Eloise Black Murray Greenfield 1915-1942, by L. Cooper --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16. APRIL 17, 1943 (Page 1) End Post Office persecution of "The Militant"! An Editorial Keep your eye on the United Mine Workers (cartoon) Miners still seek raise in wages New order freezes wages -- sets up strictest wage control in U.S. history -- cowardice of labor leaders is responsible for new blow -- Roosevelt reaffirms Little Steel formula, gives McNutt full job-freezing authority, by Anthony Massini House passes vicious anti-labor measure -- Hobbs bill to jail and fine unionists wins big majority; new before Senate Kelly Postal's appeal to be argued May 17 Govt. living cost index branded as inaccurate Try to whitewash U.S. Steel faking of armor plate tests -- war production boards and boss press combine to place blame on minor officials New York meeting to protest Jim Crow in the armed forces Roosevelt's freezing order to be discussed at New York open forum (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank Roosevelt freezes wages (continued from page 1) Higgins yard shut down to protect competitors -- Admiral Land intervened because it was producing so rapidly that it embarrassed old line companies, AFL report charges Miners still seek raise in wages (continued from page 1) Burch discusses fight to abolish Jim Crow Black market in meat continues to thrive, by Edith Kane Clarification on "4th Intl." article and Walter held Bulletin on new Trotsky book issued by local New York (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- Justice Department leads with its chin -- Albert Parker A shift in C.P. Jewish work, by A. Roland They do not care about the European masses' desires, by M. Morrison Why doesn't State Department permit full use of immigration quota? by Judith Janow New F.I. features articles on Lewis and Roosevelt International Notes, by Betty Kuehn (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Salary limit A British election The Hobbs bill Workers' Forum -- fight for jobs for Negro workers -- "screen guide" on the Davies' film -- Cost-Plus contracts breed inefficiency -- rationing and price control What kind of education is needed in Europe now? by Ralph Johnson Workers' Bookshelf Party committee in N.Y. issues bulletin on women, by Arlene Williams --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17. APRIL 24, 1943 (Page 1) May Day manifesto of the Socialist Workers Party GPU killer of Trotsky sentenced to 20 years Jobs frozen to keep wages down -- 27,000 denied right to accept better paid jobs -- heavy penalties set for violations by "essential" workers, by Philip Blake Dunne is SWP candidate for Minneapolis mayor Albert Goldman to speak on movie on Davies' book -- will explain aim of "Mission to Moscow" at N.Y. Sun forum Another war plant accused of defrauding government -- sold defective material for use of war airplanes, by Dina Sanders Another war plant accused of defrauding government -- steel production falls in wake of U.S. Steel scandal, by Anthony Massini Corporations and welders, An Editorial Cannon pamphlet goes into second edition in England (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank Bermuda parley offers little hope to refugees, by Edith Kane Cleveland workers fight boss attacks, by David Lands A short history of "The Militant" Steel production declines after U.S. Steel scandal (continued from page 1) V.R. Dunne is SWP candidate for mayor of Minneapolis (continued from page 1) Job are frozen to keep wages down (continued from page 1) CIO woodworkers aid in appealing Kelly Postal case Wm F. Warde speaks on new freezing orders What happened to the April 13 issue of "The Militant" (Page 3) Socialist Workers Party's May Day manifesto (continued from page 1) The militant origin and traditions of May Day, by Marvell Scholl May Day and the Bolsheviks, by John G. Wright (Page 4) Trial of Trotsky's murderer -- history and background of the GPU killer "Jacson" case, by Betty Kuehn "N.Y. Times" tries to distort the Miliukov record, by Felix Morrow Mexican CP breaks up Alter-Erlich meeting (Page 5) The Negro Struggle -- March-on-Washington movement issues pamphlet exposing Army Jim-Crow policies -- Albert Parker British soldiers discuss socialism vs. capitalism, by a British Infantryman Unionization of foremen and workers' control, by M. Morrison Indian workers in Britain blame famine on imperialists New conference recalls use of food as weapon in 1918, by Eloise Black "Typical Jew" in the Soviet issue of "Life Magazine" International Notes, by Betty Kuehn 10,000 workers protest Jim Crow in Detroit (Page 6) Join us in fighting for: Hollywood and the Moscow Trials Here are some real peonage cases Workers' Forum -- A.P. Randolph on military Jim Crow -- suggest a new column Issue of truth arouses disputes in Washington, by Ralph Johnson Workers' Bookshelf UAW newspaper corrects the "Daily Worker" Madame Chiang discusses the poll tax and India ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18. MAY 1, 1943 (Page 1) Soviet-Polish relations broken -- rupture dramatically bares antagonisms between workers' state and democracies, by Anthony Massini Which side of the fence are they on? (cartoon) Mine struggle heads for showdown -- tens of thousands walk out of mines as union demands negotiations be resumed -- UMW policy committee denounces War Labor Boards, Lewis says members won't "trespass" without a contract after April 30, by Philip Blake Post Office bans Apr. 24 "Militant" from the mails Grade labeling plan abandoned by OPA -- action will make it much easier for profiteers to violate price ceilingss [sic] N.Y. SWP holds 2 May Day affairs UAW executive board meets to protest freezing order "Mission to Moscow" continues a frameup (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E. R. Frank Govt. agencies reveal some facts, by Albert Parker Charles pamphlet warmly received; ready 2nd edition Harlem rally against Army Jim Crow Stalinism and the plans to save capitalism in Europe, by A. Roland Giraud issues another anti-Semitic decree 2 more auto locals give aid for Postal Push sales of new Trotsky book Seven reinstated at Thompson products N.Y. SWP protests frameup film Goldman speaks at N.Y. forum (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- NAACP conference to be held in June -- nothing doing on the FEPC front -- the status of the anti-poll tax bill, by Albert Parker "Mission to Moscow" continues a frameup (continued from page 1) International Notes, by Betty Kuehn (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: How to fight the wage-freezing order Punishment to fit the crime In remembrance to Carlo Tresca, by James T. Farrell Bermuda parley leaves refugee problem unsolved Report anti-labor despotism in Bolivia A "legal" angle of the British terror in India FBI harasses militant Negro group in Ohio ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19. MAY 8, 1943 (Page 1) Miners break Roosevelt's domination over their union, An Editorial Davies' film whitewashes Stalin's crimes, by John G. Wright The members stand solidly behind their organization, by Art Preis Mine workers win first round -- Roosevelt failed to estimate the miners correctly, by Philip Blake Mussolini also liked the frameups The lie about Tukhachevsky! Brown says wage rises won't aid the miners, by C. Charles UAW conference vote support of mine strike, by John Saunders "Mission" omits an interesting scene CP tried hardest to break strike, by Michael Cort N.Y. forum to hear Warde on coal crisis (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Michael Cort SWP branches hold May Day celebration UAW conference supports miners (continued from page 1) United Mine Workers win the first round (continued from page 1) The CP did its best to break the strike (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the Southern white liberals, by Albert Parker The miners stand solidly behind their organization (continued from page 1) The basic meaning of the Soviet-Polish break, by M. Morrison Davies' film whitewashes the crimes of Stalinism New York demonstration protests movie's lies (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: The "N.Y. Times" on "The Militant" Wage problem comes first Why Cordell Hull liked Stalin's May Day order, by M. Stein Bankers try to distort truth about war profits Churchill and the Polish government-in-exile Brown says wage raises won't help the miners (continued from page 1) FIghting anti-labor propaganda in the Army Civil rights committee launches Postal week -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20. MAY 15, 1943 (Page 1) Protest against the Davies' film -- Dewey-La Follette letter reiterates commission's verdict -- Natalia Trotsky appeals to honest public opinion International socialism (cartoon) Govt. tries to head off militant action by meager "roll call" move, by C. Charles Mine leaders predict walkout unless contract is negotiated -- union members are prepared to fight as truce nears end -- War Labor Board crisis sharpens and AFL, CIO call emergency conferences, by Philip Blake Five more unions aid Kelly Postal -- charges condemned as a frameup and stab at labor's rights Dunne election campaign comes to spirited close Senate adopts anti-labor bill -- Connally bill passes Senate by overwhelming vote Mine profits rose in 1943 Earl Browder: strikebreaker, by Michael Cort ALP council asks unions to organize on political field (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Michael Cort OPA whitewashes violations of price ceiling in mining areas ALP urges unions to organize politically (continued from page 1) Govt. tries to head off militant action by meager "roll back" move (continued from page 1) Dunne election campaign comes to spirited close (continued from page 1) The problem of post-war Italy, by A. Roland New York Sunday forum ends successful series Stassen leaves office same way he entered it Student problems left unsolved by conference (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- problems facing the NAACP conference, by Albert Parker Lessons of the coal crisis, by William F. Warde Government, bosses, press and radio vs. the miners, by M. Stein Walkout predicted if no contract is signed (continued from page 1) Earl Browder: strikebreaker (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Morality and the Davies' film Anti-poll tax bill heads for a vote Bookburning Fruits of the Bermuda conference on refugees More denunciations of "Mission to Moscow" lies May "Fourth International" offers many lively articles Were British involved in the Moscow Trials plots? Reactionaries were also pleased by the frameups ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 21. MAY 22, 1943 (Page 1) Farrell Dobbs starts on national tour -- speaks on Labor Party prospects in his coast to coast tour; opens in Los Angeles The CIO and the miners -- the CIO executive board resolution does not express the sentiments of the CIO membership! An Editorial Miners stand firm in repudiating WLB -- truce extended on request of government manager Ickes -- miners stay united on right to strike; Murray, Green still aiding Roosevelt in attempts to smash miners' struggle Lenin's general staff of 1917 -- Stalin destroyed it by his Moscow trial frameups (see "Stalin's Crimes" Page 4) Demonstrations in N.Y., Hollywood at "Mission to Moscow" film Miners pleased with "The Militant" story of their struggle (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Michael Cort Akron CIO sets "Labor Holiday" for June 2 at anti-WLB protest -- militant action is opposed by Pres. Dalrymple British soldiers awakening to politics, parliament bars them from participating Demonstrations in N.Y., Hollywood, at "Mission to Moscow" film -- SWP leaflets at "Mission to Moscow" opening in Hollyw'd (continued from page 1) V.R. Dunne got 793 votes in primaries A Russian Menshevik turns to Stalin, by A. Roland (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- problems facing the Negro conferences, by Albert Parker Mr. Winchell is a liar Totalitarian diplomacy -- a recipe for deception, by M. Stein "Jacson" verdict says he same to Mexico to murder Trotsky, by Walter O'Rourke In memory of Robert Sheldon Harte Kelly Postal Week closes with $250 take at New York social (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Fortress Europe The "roll-back" fraud Stalin's crimes Workers' Forum -- possible use of force against USSR -- protests against P.O. attack on this paper -- Labor Party polls vote in Bayonne -- "Parker knows what he's talking about" Vice-President Wallace blurts out two truths, by Ralph Johnson Miners standing firm on War Labor Board issue (continued from page 1) The N.Y. Times' silence on "Mission to Moscow" lies, by John G. Wright ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22. MAY 29, 1943 (Page 1) SWP statement on dissolution of Comintern -- the Third International is dead -- long live the Fourth International! How strike of Detroit UAW workers began Life today in the mining towns, by George Breitman Workers in mass action against WLB run-around -- auto and rubber workers join miners in militant fight for wage increases -- workers forced to strike in defense of their living standards slashed by soaring prices, taxes, and anti-union profiteers, by John Saunders Workers in mass action against WLB run-around -- auto and rubber workers join miners in militant fight for wage increases -- workers forced to strike in defense of their living standards slashed by soaring prices, taxes, and anti-union profiteers -- by Joe Andrews WLB rejects main demands of miners -- negotiations with operators resumed by miners' union Pioneer publishes new Cannon book New Jersey unions take big steps toward Labor Party (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Michael Cort SWP on dissolution of Comintern (continued from page 1) Life today in the mining towns (continued from page 1) The miners' wives speak out, by James Cook (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the NAACP conference and politics, by Albert Parker More protest on Davies' film British masses not bound by Churchill promises, by M. Morrison Davies' whitewash gets State Dept. blessing South African Negro miners and natives live like slaves, by Henry Parker New pamphlet on fight for Negro equality published by Pioneer Rubber workers walk out (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Miners and the AFL The poll tax must go Comintern (cartoon) More corporations caught selling defective goods UAW men forced to strike by corporations (continued from page 1) Biddle charged with shielding poll-taxer, by Dina Sanders Norman Thomas and his political "morality" UAW official cites list of grievances ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23. JUNE 5, 1943 (Page 1) CIO and AFL ranks support the miners Ickes' damning admission Miners strike as bosses spurn pact -- coal barons leaned on government support -- union accepts Ickes' compromise proposal; operators reject it Natalia Trotsky's statement on dissolution of Comintern Bulletin J.P. Cannon speaks on "end of the Comintern" Farrell Dobbs brings Labor Party issue to forefront, by C. Thomas Akron strikers resume work in fighting mood, by Joseph Andrews The right way to answer this danger District 4 miners firm on eve of second strike, by George Breitman (Page 2) Significance of the Akron-Detroit strikes, by M. Stein and J. Andrews Miners strike as coal barons spurn all terms (continued from page 1) District 4 miners firm on eve of second strike (continue from page 1) Two soldiers discuss the mine workers' struggle, by George Breitman Akron strikers resume work in fighting mood (continued from page 1) 21 miners killed, scores wounded in month of May "We are depending upon our brothers in the unions" Bulletin out on ALP and its prospects Postal case argued in Minneapolis (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- Roosevelt sets up a new FEPC, by Albert Parker Stalin offers aid in strangling revolution, by William F. Warde Stalinist hooliganism (picture) Consequences of the Comintern dissolution, by M. Morrison International Notes, by Betty Kuehn Davies' film protest in Milwaukee, Seattle Organize to aid Lynn fight Tax bill soaks poor; boon to profiteers (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Historic meeting Walker denounced on Senate floor Taxes and politics Workers' Forum -- mutiny reported on German U-boat -- women get WLB run-around Browder woos the "Times" and gets the bum's rush Charles pamphlet highly praised Indict steel corporation for faking test records Dobbs' tour stresses need for Labor Party (continued from page 1) Warning to all purchasers of bundle orders Rich rake in profits "taken out of war," by Dina Sanders ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24. JUNE 12, 1943 (Page 1) N.A.A.C.P. convention flays govt. Jim Crow -- delegates hail firm stand of UAW against bosses' attempt to divide workers Labor unity can stop no-strike bill, an Editorial Coal barons block contract as Congress rushes no-strike bill -- operators turn to WLB; Lewis denounces owners' stand "as insult to coal miners" -- U.S. Steel Corporation takes lead in breaking union agreement with Illinois operators granting $1.50 portal-to-portal pay Delegates reject move against miners Miners in the second walk-out, by James Cook Budd strike sign of wide unrest in labor's ranks, Special to the Militant More unions aid Postal defense fund Taking "the profits out of war" Miners take The Militant into pits Dobbs speaks to workers in Seattle GPU assassin rewarded, by Walter O'Rourke Generals rule Argentina, by Terence Phelan (Page 2) The end of the Comintern and the prospects of labor internationalism -- text of speech by James P. Cannon delivered in New York, May 30, 1943 (Page 3) The Third International is dead -- long live the Fourth International! (continued on [sic] page 2) Arguments for the Comintern dissolution, by M. Morrison (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Czar Byrnes Connally bill Two revolutions For a free press Coal operators block agreement with UMW (continued from page 1) Important UAW locals back Labor Party, by John Saunders The Negro Struggle -- militant unionism -- the enemy of Jim Crow, by David Ransom Corporation admits guilt Timely articles in June F. I. AFL-CIO leaders seek to salvage bankrupt OPA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25. JUNE 19, 1943 (Page 1) Michigan unionist advocate independent Labor Party -- LNPL delegates cite need for speedy action, by John Saunders Roosevelt gets anti-strike bill as mine truce deadline nears -- Pa. mine operators tear up contract reached with UMW Anaconda fraud trial ends with slap on wrist Bloody money? Independent labor action can smash anti-union drive, An Editorial Coast-to-coast wave of violence strikes at Negroes and Mexicans, by Philip Blake C. P. earns title of strikebreaker No.1, by Anthony Massini (Page 2) Why no-strike pledge is meeting opposition Unionists advocate independent Labor Party (continued from page 1) Anti-strike bill in Roosevelt's hands (continued from page 1) Text of Labor Party resolution adopted by Michigan LNPL Flint Chevrolet local holds Labor Party discussion Dobbs speaks in Twin Cities -- urges Labor Party action in meetings SWP protests against Davies' film in San Pedro Central branch conducts "Militant" sub campaign (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- FEPC approves segregation in industry -- equal pay for Negro workers, by David Ransom Communist Party earns title of strikebreaker Number 1 (continued from page 1) Who gains from the dissolution of the CI? by M. Morrison Coast-to-coast wave of violence strikes at Negroes and Mexicans (continued from page 1) Standard Oil got juicy contracts from government ACLU report emphasizes SWP, "Militant" cases (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Our Belgian martyrs Two years of the Soviet-Nazi war New tax bill signed Advice to the Italian masses Milk and gas Fear of German revolt worries the Allies too, by A. Roland Jewish suicide calls Allies Nazi accomplices Workers' Bookshelf Another challenge to Jim Crow in Armed Forces Edsel Ford helps Ford empire from the grave --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26. JUNE 26, 1943 (Page 1) Kelly Postal begins serving five year term -- enters prison after frameup conviction is upheld by Minnesota Supreme Court Kelly Postal's wire to CRDC Heavy toll of lives in tragic Detroit clashes -- nationwide violence reaches scope of outbreaks in 1919, by Phillip Blake Heavy toll of lives in tragic Detroit clashes -- many whites against attacks on Negroes, by M. Williams Union forced to call off strike -- war tension and Jim Crow produce anti-Negro terror -- Roosevelt prevents granting of concessions to coal miners -- UMW policy committee denounces War Labor Board decision, says it will never sign proposed "yellow dog contract," by E.R. Frank Rank and file miners explain why they are fighting wage-freeze policy, by Art Preis Unions must come to defense of Negro people, An Editorial Their business is strikebreaking, say Stalinists (Page 2) The Negro Struggle -- March-on-Washington movement meets, by David Ransom Anaconda gets away with murder Standard Oil almost does same -- fine is even less than profits made from war fraud -- oil reserve grab called off after protests begin Effect of C.I. dissolution on Stalinist militants, by M. Morrison War tension, Jim Crow result in "race riots" (continued from page 1) N.Y. central branch ends successful sub campaign Kelly Postal begins serving five year term (continued from page 1) Capitalists are opposed to curbs on price profiteering, by William F. Warde (Page 3) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank Union forced to end strike (continued from page 1) Dobbs speaks in Chicago Stalinists intensify fink activity in mine situation, by Anthony Massini Why coal miners oppose the wage-freeze policy (continued from page 1) Chicago S.W.P. protests against Davies' movie (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: A plan for the coal industry Growing sentiment for a Labor Party How we fight "Mission to Moscow" British Labor Party to remain in coalition Tobin threatens and slanders Negro group Fear of revolt keynote in Pope Pius' speech Profits are 18% higher this year than in 1942 Odell Waller, Roosevelt and the poll tax fight ------------------------------ ------------------------------ 27. JULY 3, 1943 (Page 1) Labor must crush the anti-Negro terror -- statement of national committee, Socialist Workers Party Anti-union drive climaxed by outlawing of strikes -- Roosevelt advocates work-or-fight draft -- Murray-Green continue policy of subservience to White House but rank and file of unions are losing faith in Roosevelt, by E.R. Frank Launch drive to free Kelly Postal The Roosevelt-Congress conspiracy against labor, An Editorial CIO in Michigan condemns lynch mob attacks -- delegates assert Smith-Connally Act smacks of fascism, by John Saunders Bulletin Miners angered by passage of Smith-Connally Bill, by Art Preis (Page 2) Labor must end Jim Crow terror (continued from page 1) Passage of bill angers miners (continued from page 1) What the miners say about "The Militant," by Art Preis Dobbs tour covers key Midwest cities (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the kinds of "justice" Negroes get, by David Ransom The Detroit Massacre -- police, politicians and press all share in guilt, by Philip Blake Basic issues involved in the Kelly Postal case, by M. Morrison We saw murder on the streets of Detroit, by Two White Eyewitnesses We saw murder on the streets of Detroit, by a Negro Observer (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Railroad workers and the mine case The slave-labor and anti-poll tax bill Only one line is being held No-strike bill climax in anti-labor drive (continued from page 1) War writers board hits "Mission to Moscow" Enactment of bill elates Wall Street Michigan CIO strongly condemns Lynch attack (continued from page 1) Bank and corporation profits reach new high Otto Ruehle is dead in Mexico City Negro woman worker comments on pamphlet Archbishop gives a fair appraisal of Stalinist party Boston SWP explains how to combat lies in Davies' film ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28. JULY 10, 1943 (Page 1) Militant files application for 2nd class rights Food profiteers on sitdown strike to raise prices, by John Adamson Use both hands! (cartoon) Michigan CIO urges launching an independent Labor Party -- convention demands junking of CIO no-strike pledge -- Stalinists and CIO top leaders join in vain effort to halt rank and file action, by John Saunders March-on-Washington group scores anti-Negro terror -- convention votes permanent organization but the program adopted is inadequate, by Art Preis Kelly Postal pardon goal of CRDC drive -- committee begins its third year of work with campaign to free mpls. union leader Only labor can destroy power of monopolies, an Editorial Dobbs to end tour on August 1 after covering Eastern cities (Page 2) The coal miners and the government, by Art Preis Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank Michigan CIO urges launching of an independent Labor Party (continued from page 1) L.A. holds successful rally on "Mission to Moscow" film Buffalo SWP tells truth about picture Dobbs talks on Labor Party in Cleveland Demonstrate against movie in Boston (Page 3) March-on-Washington group scores anti-Negro terror (continued from page 1) The Schneiderman decision and the Minneapolis case, by Albert Goldman Stalinists infuriated by Labor Party developments, by Anthony Massini Kelly Postal pardon is goal of CRDC campaign (continued from page 1) Anti-Negro terror is analyzed at Newark meeting Profiteers strike to raise food prices (continued from page 1) (Page 4) A lesson from American history A book on the organization question Nationalize the coal mines Get off the War Labor Board Street scene in Detroit (picture) Stalinists blame miners for war casualties Workers' Forum -- crucible worker slanders "Militant" -- explains how to describe Giraud Nazis supress [sic] news of U.S. coal strike Minneapolis columnist denounces Davies' film ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29. JULY 17, 1943 (Page 1) CIO board tries to stop Labor Party movement, by John Adamson Militants must continue fight for Labor Party, an Editorial Curtiss-Wright caught redhanded -- endangered soldiers' lives by selling government defective plane engines -- Truman report charges that Army officials aided corporation in covering up crimes committed to swell huge war profits, by Anthony Massini Coal miners threatened with anti-strike law, by E.R. Frank C.P. forces push fink policy at NMU convention, by Eloise Black Crime and "punishment" CRDC calls for action in Kelly Postal pardon drive Stalinists come out in support of Boss Hague -- the capitalist and liberal newspapers break out in a r--h [word indistinct, could be "rush" or "rash"] of moral indignation, by George Breitman New book by James P. Cannon is ready for distribution (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank St. Paul demonstration (picture) C.P. support of Hague evokes moral furore [sic] (continued from page 1) Trotskyists protest Davies' frameup film Capitalism-economy of planlessness and chaos, by A. Roland Dobbs talks to aircraft, steel, rubber workers July F.I. features statement on dissolution of Comintern (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- March-on-Washington movement convention, by David Ransom Kelly Postal -- a militant fighter for labor's rights, by V.R. Dunne The Smith-Connally Act, labor and the middle class, by M. Morrison Curtiss-Wright found guilty of endangering lives of soldiers (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Class justice Two methods Congress forgets the soldiers Coal miners threatened with anti-strike law (continued from page 1) Why U.S. government backs General Giraud Stalinists push fink line at NMU gathering (continued from page 1) Prepare dissolution of Young Communist League ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30. JULY 24, 1943 (Page 1) U.S.-British message is not addressed to Italian masses -- Allied military governor keeps fascists in office in Sicily; AMGOT policy continuation of Darlan deal in North Africa, by Felix Morrow Monuments to Big Business (cartoon) CIO leaders take lead in move to block Labor Party -- Hillman urges rebuilding of labor's non-partisan league, by Anthony Massini UAW local aids Kelly Postal Shop steward system rebuilt in Britain -- national conference sponsored by Clyde Workers Committee votes militant program Murray approves return of speedup, by Philip Blake AFL International Longshoremen elect Ryan president for life CRDC launches nation-wide campaign to secure unconditional pardon for Kelly Postal (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank Message not meant for Italian masses (continued from page 1) Two reactionary factions battle for control of ALP, by William F. Warde SWP in Seattle holds meeting on whitewash movie CIO leaders take lead in move to block Labor Party (continued from page 1) Shop steward system rebuilt in Britain (continued from page 1) Murray backs speedup in steelworkers union (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- what was to blame for Detroit? by David Ransom How to build a Marxist party is theme of Cannon's book, by George Breitman Washington's attitude to Giraud-De Gaulle dispute, by M. Morrison Stalin fosters military caste to prop up his rule in USSR, by John G. Wright (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Roosevelt and the Wallace-Jones feud Scrap the "Little Steel Formula" Two vetoes Offspring of capitalism (cartoon) German emigres issue statement on Comintern Workers' Forum -- why labor must support the miners -- warns bosses will try to incite "riots" -- seeks enlightenment on socialism -- what other workers say about miners Trotskyists still active in Indian struggle Giraud praises some Nazi "accomplishments" ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31. JULY 31, 1943 (Page 1) The only road for the Italian working class, an Editorial Martial law declared in Italy as masses revolt against war -- ruling class tried to preserve its power by creating a new reactionary government -- masses attack hated fascists, raise first political demands; Allied leaders may be planning to make a deal with Badoglio, by Anthony Massini AFL-CIO bureaucrats continue farce of price rollback plan -- WLB says labor has no right to demand wage increases to meet rising prices, by John Adamson L A Carmen strike against war labor board decision, by Janet Bowers 30 UMW members indicted under Smith-Connally law What Allied leaders fear Ask Governor Thye to pardon Kelly Postal Trotskyists in Britain protest frameup movie Shipyard workers denounce policy of freezing wages The rise and fall of Italian fascism, by John G. Wright (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank Wartime blessings of capitalism, by George Breitman Paragraphs from pioneer publications Shipyard workers denounce policy of freezing wages (continued from page 1) Carmen strike against Labor Board decision (continued from page 1) Dobbs speaks in Boston Workers are in foxholes, too 30 UMW members indicted under anti-strike law (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the poll tax in Tennessee -- Roosevelt writes a letter on Detroit, by David Ransom Italy under martial law as masses revolt against war (continued from page 1) Churchill, Roosevelt and the Italian people, by M. Morrison "Free Germany" group sponsored by Stalin, by John G. Wright Launch drive to sell Cannon book in N.Y. The rise and fall of Italian fascism (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Wallace speaks on post-war world Pro-labor sentiment among Negro people Ickes' admission AFL-CIO bureaucrats continue price farce (continue from page 1) Soviet morale differs from Italian morale Bombing of Rome lays bare some hypocrisy Cannon book a "must" for every militant, by Art Preis Giraud and De Gaulle slander Axis victims ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 32. AUG. 7, 1943 (Page 1) Dangers facing the Italian revolution, an Editorial Bad news for Wall Street Ten days of the Badoglio government, by Philip Blake Anti-war revolt spreads in Italy -- Roosevelt expresses Allied aims, by Anthony Massini The Italian-American agents of Wall Street, by John Adamson Italian upsurge inspires workers thruout [sic] Europe, by William F. Warde Outbreak in Harlem was caused by Jim Crowism WDL, Negro leader join in Postal pardon plea When Sicilian people became "really happy" (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank Revolt in Italy inspires European working class (continued from page 1) Why Stalin launched the "free Germany" movement, by A. Roland Dobbs' tour terminated with New York meeting Jim Crowism cause of Harlem disturbances (continued from page 1) (Page 3) Problems of the Italian revolution All served the same cause (picture) Roosevelt expresses aims of the Allies (continued from page 1) First 10 days of the Badoglio government (continued from page 1) Dangers facing the Italian revolution (continued from page 1) Badoglio's record (Page 4) The beginning of the Italian revolution (Page 5) The Negro Struggle -- Negroes again blamed for Detroit terror -- when flying squads were not used -- blame Negroes, by David Ransom Stalinists prefer Badoglio to a socialist revolution, by John G. Wright The Italian-American agents of Wall St. (continued from page 1) Road to peace for Italy is through a workers' govt., by M. Morrison Pioneer Paragraphs: The program of transitional demands in fascists countries, by Leon Trotsky Why I resigned from the Communist Party, by Dave Jeffries (Page 6) Join us in fighting for: Harlem -- a protest against Jim Crow The real defense of the Soviet Union The liberals and Italian fascism Role of the British shop stewards system, by William F. Warde Davies convicts himself as frameup artist Roosevelt proposes some "truly stiff taxes" N.J. labor fakers flout rank and file decision ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33. AUG. 14, 1943 (Page 1) 3 years after Stalin's murder of Leon Trotsky, an Editorial All of Eastern Front shaken by Red Army drives, by John G. Wright Anti-war demonstration in Milan (picture) Italian masses continue anti-war demonstration -- Badoglio government issues new repressive regulations -- tries to rule as Mussolini did, but does not have power or strength of fascism, by E.R. Frank Michigan CIO condemns Kelly Postal conviction -- calls on affiliated locals to give defense committee full moral and financial support in efforts to free union leader AFL heads still back Little Steel formula AMGOT keeps fascists officials in Sicily posts, by Anthony Massini Role of some Italian refugees in the U.S., by John Adamson Dunne to speak at N.Y. Trotsky memorial meeting (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Michael Cort Meaning of the Italian events, by Felix Morrow Fascists are retained by AMGOT in Sicily (continued from page 1) What they used to say about Mussolini, by Dave Jeffries N.Y. SWP holds meeting on Italy (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- who was to blame for Harlem outbreak? by Albert Parker Italian workers continue anti-war demonstrations (continued from page 1) Italian Stalinists play a completely reactionary role, by Philip Blake Problem of the building the Marxist party in Italy, by M. Morrison Pioneer Paragraphs: Resistance of the masses spells doom of fascists, by James P. Cannon Red Army drives shake all of Eastern Front (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: 3 years after the murder of Trotsky (continued from page 1) An answer to the Smith-Connally Act Role of some Italian refugees in the U.S. (continued from page 1) WPB tries to put over aircraft speedup plan Trotsky memorial issue of F.I. is now on sale Coeducation in USSR abolished by Stalin Cost of Guerin's book on fascism The war has doubled big business profits ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 34. AUG. 21, 1943 (Page 1) AFL council rejects application of miners -- American Federation of Labor Executive Council runs true to form at seven-day session in swank hotel in Chicago, by E.R. Frank Primary fight was no benefit to the ALP -- the struggle was not based on issues important to the welfare of workers Why Churchill praised Mussolini Quebec conferees perturbed by victories of Red Army -- conference takes up problems affecting fate of all Europe, by William F. Warde India one year after the repressions began Liberals whine but stay "loyal" on Italian issue, by John Adamson Minnesota petition asks pardon for Kelly Postal -- WDL initiates program to mobilize labor forces in drive to free union leader The list of wartime frauds and scandals grows longer and longer (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank C.P. helped Badoglio to weather initial crisis, by Felix Morrow Italian workers played leading part in downfall of Mussolini, by George Breitman (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- still more anti-Negro slanders, by Albert Parker Liberals whine but remain "loyal opposition" on Italy (continued from page 1) Significance of the Red Army's morale, by M. Morrison Soviet gains perturb conferees in Quebec (continued from page 1) Pioneer Paragraphs: The Soviet Union in war, by Leon Trotsky (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: The answer to rising prices Effect of the war on world politics The kind of party that can abolish capitalism -- an estimation of the new book by James P. Cannon, by William F. Warde Duty of unions toward the low income groups AFL council rejects application of miners (continued from page 1) Italian labor council split over pope issue Refugees again attacked by Mexican Stalinists ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 35. AUG. 28, 1943 (Page 1) AMGOT paves the way for a reactionary government in Italy, by Anthony Massini Sanctions order makes police agents of WLB labor members, an Editorial Labor members on WLB vote against CIO auto workers New decree imposes harsh sanctions against strikers -- vicious provision of Smith-Connally law supplemented by latest executive order, by Farrell Dobbs "Let's hang the mayor" Frauds are worse than in last war, Biddle admits More unions support fight to free Postal Resistance to fascism growing inside Germany, by Rose Carson "Courier" review praises pamphlet by Albert Parker Civil rights defense committee aids in reducing bail for Carl Skoglund (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by E.R. Frank The struggle to control the ALP, by Philip Blake Branches commemorate death of Leon Trotsky New York telegram to Natalia Trotsky New York SWP pushes Cannon book campaign (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- Jim Crow still going full blast, by Albert Parker American liberals chatter about Italian revolution, by John Adamson AMGOT paves the way for a reactionary government in Italy (continued from page 1) The kind of government Stalin wants in Germany, by M. Morrison Pioneers Paragraphs: Decline of capitalism poses two alternatives, by Albert Goldman Roosevelt orders drastic sanctions against unions (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Litvinov recalled Big business losing supporters Rickenbacker praises Stalin Cannon book teaches fundamental lessons, by Harry Frankel Roosevelt and Churchill conceal diplomatic moves Resistance to fascism growing inside Germany (continued from page 1) What victory will bring to colonies in Africa Employers try to end all limits on profits ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 36. SEPT. 4, 1943 (Page 1) Mass resistance rises against Hitler's rule -- general strikes sweep Denmark as Nazis proclaim martial law; anti-war demonstrations in Bulgaria; ferment growing in Germany, by Miriam Carter WLB goes all-out in drive against labor -- reject Illinois mine pact; attacks Brewster strikers -- workers vote to strike in every one of 13 NLRB polls under Smith-Connally Act, by Farrell Dobbs Workers in Italy remain opposed to Badoglio regime, by Anthony Massini Anti-Nazi strikes in Denmark (picture) Postal will apply for pardon on Sept. 11 Big Business magazines boost "incentive' plans, by William F. Warde Kelland drafts plan for third world war, by Edith Kane Happy day for Big Business "Square shooting" and the speedup Brewster workers petition NLRB to take strike vote (Page 2) Tasks of the coming auto union convention, by E.R. Frank Trade Union Notes Big Business magazines boost "incentive" plans (continued from page 1) ALP leaders sell out again: support Haskell, by Grace Carlson Trotsky memorial meeting held by Seattle branch (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- evaluation of Harlem outbreak, by Albert Parker War Labor Board in all-out drive against trade unions (continued from page 1) The conflict between the USSR and her allies, by A. Roland Mass resistance rises against Hitler's rule (continued from page 1) Kelland drafts plan for third world war (continued from page 1) Workers' Bookshelf Pioneer Paragraphs: The inevitable outcome of "socialism in one country," by Leon Trotsky (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Labor Day lies of union haters The USSR and the plan to isolate it Navy's attack on the Brewster union Workers remain opposed to Badoglio government (continued from page 1) What causes delay in delivery of "Militant" Brewster workers petition NLRB to take strike vote (continued from page 1) The dissolution of the Canadian Communist Party Davies' film picketed by British Trotskyists ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 37. SEPT. 11, 1943 (Page 1) Four years of the world war, an Editorial Employers exert pressure to halt war fraud probes Anti-Nazi protest in Norway (picture) Italian workers elect own factory committees -- Badoglio is compelled to agree to secret ballot -- AMGOT then follows by conceding "free labor movement" in occupied areas, by Felix Morrow Canadian union expresses support for Kelly Postal Minnesota union heads back Democratic Party, by Grace Carlson Rift widens between Stalin and his allies, by John G. Wright Carlo Tresca's widow gives his view on Italian events (Page 2) The struggle for a Labor Party in Michigan, by John Saunders Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Workers are electing their own factory committees in Italy (continued from 1) Ethiopia and Sicily provide preview of the Allied policies (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- not lectures on manners, but a program, by Albert Parker The theory and practice of Marxist party organization, by John G. Wright Australian Labor Party and the fight for socialism, by M. Morrison Pioneer Paragraphs: The choice now is between socialism and slavery, by Leon Trotsky Rift widens between Stalin and his allies (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Four years of the world war (continued from page 1) Congress reconvenes Police agents in the unions Events in Italy and the future of Europe Why not confront them with the war profiteers? Employers exert pressure to halt war fraud probes (continued from page 1) What Stalin is promising to German capitalists Big Business breaks all records for war profits ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 38. SEPT. 18, 1943 (Page 1) UE convention opens in N.Y., by Miriam Carter More casualties in the mines (picture) Italian people gained nothing from Armistice, by Philip Blake Anti-war fight continues in Italy -- workers fight on for peace in the face of crushing odds, by Anthony Massini Soldier jailed for protesting Army Jim Crow Minnesota pardon board is urged to free Kelly Postal More labor aid for Kelly Postal It's a strange war, an Editorial Real causes of Brewster strike bared by union Strong vote against no-strike pledge in Flint UAW elections, by Jeff Thorne (Page 2) Why casualties are mounting in coal fields, by Larissa Reed Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Anti-war struggle in Italy -- Italian people gained nothing from Armistice (continued from page 1) Anti-war struggle in Italy -- workers fight on for peace despite crushing odds (continued from page 1) Labor's duty to the solders September "F.I." features articles devoted to Italy Brewster strike causes are bared by Local 365 (continued from page 1) Los Angeles branch holds meeting on Italy (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the four freedoms at home, by Albert Parker Traditions and heritage of the Fourth International, by William F. Warde Support of Zionism leads only into a blind alley, by M. Morrison The Allies and their real program for Italy Pioneer Paragraphs: Democracies helped to put hangman Hitler in power, by Leon Trotsky (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Five years of the 4th International The UAW convention Roosevelt and Pearson The Allies and their real program for Italy (continued from page 1) Big business drives to lift all bars on profits Traditions and heritage of the Fourth International (continued from page 1) Chinese Stalinists clash with Kuomintang troops ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 39. SEPT. 25, 1943 (Page 1) Anti-USSR agreement planned at Quebec, says Forrest Davis, by John G. Wright Smith "gag" Act convictions upheld -- court sustains Minneapolis trial verdict -- appeal will not be taken to the U.S. Supreme Court Six of the 18 defendants convicted (picture) Congress committees study plans for record tax bill Stalinists put over line at UE gathering, by Miriam Carter CRDC statement on court's decision Rollback program will cut prices only $3.17 a year Pardon for Kelly Postal urged by unions, liberals (Page 2) Chicago auto locals and the UAW convention Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl UE convention adopts CP line (continued from page 1) N. Y. book sales campaign ends at social on Sept. 25 FEPC finally holds hearing on railroads "Militant" Army Fall sessions on Trotskyism open in N.Y. (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- two kinds of justice in the Army, by Albert Parker Murray, Green and Hillman on the surrender of Italy, by Philip Blake Obstacles in the way of the Italian revolution, by M. Morrison Circuit court upholds MInnesota convictions (continued from page 1) Anti-USSR moves made at Quebec, says F. Davis (continued from page 1) The Smith "Omnibus Gag" Act is aimed at organized labor Pioneer Paragraphs: A hypocritical alibi for military Jim Crow, by Albert Parker Unions, liberals urge Kelly Postal pardon (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Free Kelly Postal Fulbright resolution Pegging a liar Workers' Forum -- how Stalinists dominate the UE -- more about Army Jim Crow Servicemen's families get pittance to live on Workers' Bookshelf Congressman implicated in war-contracts racket International Notes Senate bill obstructs exposure of war frauds ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 40. OCT. 2, 1943 (Page 1) CRDC opens fund drive for high court appeal Reuther-Addes groups fight for control of auto union, by E.R. Frank Convention leaves major shipyard problems unsolved, by Miriam Carter CIO union debates no-strike pledge -- Akron delegates demand that rubber union break with WLB Labor and liberal comment on the Minneapolis trial Ohio Steel local members fight for union democracy Food and troops are Allied weapons for combating revolution in Europe, by Philip Blake Warren K. Billing urges Postal pardon Salute to revolutionary fighters of Italy, an Editorial (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Union debates no-strike pledge (continued from page 1) Shipyard convention leaves workers' problems unsolved (continued from page 1) Steel workers in Ohio defend union democracy (continued from page 1) Postal hearing to be held on October 11 SWP in New York exceeds quota in sales campaign "Militant" Army (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the Communist Party line today, by Albert Parker Reuther-Addes groups fight for control of auto union (continued from page 1) Ownership of factories and nature of Soviet Union, by M. Morrison Stalinists soundly beaten in Chicago UAW elections Pioneer Paragraphs: Marxists work to gain a majority for socialism, by James P. Cannon Food and troops are Allied weapons for combating revolution in Europe (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Defend free speech Congress and soldiers' families Puerto Rico Workers' Forum -- need to deal with student problems Secret reports disclose no shortage of profits Canada's fast-growing Labor Party movement, by Larissa Reed American labor and Europe's refugees International Notes Who pays for those big, expensive ads? ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 41. OCT. 9, 1943 (Page 1) UAW convention weighs basic labor problem -- local unions present resolutions to scrap no-strike pledge, withdraw from War labor Board and help build a Labor Party, by Art Preis Greeting the advancing Red Army (picture) Allies alarmed by Soviet victories -- Axis satellites voice plea to Anglo-American war camp -- coming three-power conference in Moscow meets in atmosphere of growing discord, by Felix Morrow Circuit court stays mandate on Minneapolis trial decision U.S.-British conclude "Darlan Deal" in Italy, by Anthony Massini Support for Postal mounts as hearing on pardon nears New York school of social science reopens with forum on Mpls. case Treasury Department wants bigger chunk of pay check A new pamphlet on "the end of the Comintern" (Page 2) Lessons of Labor Party fight in New Jersey, by Philip Blake Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Allied leaders alarmed by Red Army victories (continued from page 1) U.S.-British conclude Italian "Darlan Deal" (continued from page 1) "Militant" Army (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the Urban League conference, by Albert Parker UAW convention considers basic problems of unions (continued from page 1) Communist Party sharpening criticism of Allied policy, by Felix Morrow Pioneers Paragraphs: C.I. dissolution was a concession to capitalism Support for Kelly Postal increases (continued from page 1) First day of the auto workers' convention, by Art Preis Minnesota AFL heads cook up new scheme to avoid fighting bosses, by Barbara Bruce (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: New converts to the Second Front Youth in the post-war period Railway wages Workers' Forum -- solider favors fighting bosses -- "White Supremacy" gets a setback Capitalist reports his plant safe under Nazis Workers' Bookshelf A tidy post-war bonus for big businessmen International Notes Almost filibuster time again in Washington ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 42. OCT. 16, 1943 (Page 1) Soviet advances cast shadow on Moscow parley -- despite mutual fear of revolution, Allies and Stalin can't agree on European setup, by Felix Morrow Biggest union at work in convention (picture) Auto workers fight "sacrifice" policies but support Roosevelt -- convention defeats incentive pay plan; officers win renewal no-strike pledge -- delegates disgusted with unprincipled struggle of Addes and Reuther factions, reject bid of both for sole union control, by Art Preis Prepare Supreme Court appeal Italian generals turned workers over to Nazis -- workers demanded arms, Badoglio's general made promises, but betrayed them Board hears Postal plea for pardon UAW-CIO committee backs Postal plea Open letter to the members of the Young Communist League, by the editors of the Militant (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Auto workers convention report (continued from page 1) Ship workers needs sharply posed by treachery of union bureaucrats Board hears Postal plea for pardon (continued from page 1) Timely subjects in October F.I. "Militant"Army (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- why Roosevelt keeps mum, by Albert Parker Auto workers convention fights "sacrifice" program (continued from page 1) Milk drivers get lesson on effects of monopoly, by M. Morrison Pioneer Paragraphs: We defend the Soviet Union and the Russian Revolution, by James P. Cannon Soviet advances cast shadow on Moscow parley (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Who defends Italy? Spellman's letters Post-war jobs Sidelights of auto workers convention, by Harry Frankel Corporate profits go up; railroad wages stay down Workers' Bookshelf Congress plan heavy new tax load on low incomes False promises will not liberate Philippines ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 43. OCT. 23, 1943 (Page 1) AFL convention paves way for miners return -- ultra-conservative policy revealed by slavish adherence to Roosevelt and sidetracking of fight on Jim Crow practices A page from Badoglio's book (picture) Postal to appear before Minnesota pardons board -- letter, resolution demand his freedom Roosevelt "freezes" Badoglio rule -- Allies intend to dominate Europe through quislings -- Stalin joins with Roosevelt-Churchill in support of counter-revolutionary regime, by John Adamson Kearny ship workers strike to protest stalling of WLB, by Miriam Carter 16,000 strike at Cramp shipyard CRDC renews fund drive on anniversary of trial of 18 Cannon, Goldman, Dunne to speak at SWP fifteenth anniversary banquet Spellman defends Franco dictatorship, by Felix Morrow (Page 2) The American Legion -- tool of Big Business Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Republic Steel foremen strike Frankel discusses UAW convention at forum AFL convention paves way for miners reinstatement (continued from page 1) A letter from Natalia Trotsky (Page 3) The Negro Struggle, by Albert Parker San Francisco union skates block road to Labor Party, by C. Thomas Proposed plans for peace that will bring no peace, by M. Morrison Spellman defends rule of Franco dictatorship U.S.-Britain back regime of Badoglio (continued from page 1) Trotsky said: European labor must build its socialist federation (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: The sales tax UAW convention Workers' Forum -- shipyard workers and "The Militant" -- Stalin and Badoglio Freedom and the press in Argentina and the U.S.A. Workers' Bookshelf How monopolists conspire to rob and cheat people International Notes Company keeps profits on sale of defective parts ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 44. OCT. 30, 1943 (Page 1) Pardon to Kelly Postal denied by state board Big Business wants federal sales tax now Roosevelt's hatchetmen (picture) WLB throws out Illinois mine pact -- nation-wide strike vote is started by all rail unions -- miners and railway workers are revolting against Roosevelt's wage-freezing policy Red Army gains victories in biggest battles of the war, by John G. Wright Allies give sanction to Badoglio's curbs on democratic rights, by Anthony Massini Civil rights defense committee asks aid in Supreme Court appeal Badoglio sighs for good old days Byrnes thinks low wages are good enough (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl WLB rejects Illinois mine pact (continued from page 1) "Militant" Army Impact of war on the USSR discussed at N.Y. forum The Kremlin's revival of feudal and czarist military traditions, by A. Roland (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- responsibility to men in armed forces, by Albert Parker Twenty-six years after the Great October Revolution, by Edith Kane Stalin and the Orthodox Church in Soviet Russia, by M. Morrison Pioneer Paragraphs: British imperialists won't let India have her freedom Allies O.K. Badoglio's dictatorial decrees (continued from page 1) Red Army wins victories in great battles (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Free Kelly Postal Dissolution of YCL Fascist attacks in Boston area Workers' Forum -- wants more items of war profits -- deals with Tojo and Goering too? The lies of the moribund yellow international War-bred famine dooms millions to starvation, by Larissa Reed International Notes OPA report on canners' profits is suppressed Results of bond sales in third war loan drive ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 45. NOV. 6, 1943 (Page 1) 5th wartime plenum of SWP meets in New York -- fifteenth anniversary of the founding of American Trotskyism celebrated at banquet in New York as party records new gains Red Army sweeps back Nazis (picture) New mine contract referred to WLB -- Ickes signs pact providing wage rise of $1.50 per day -- action follows walkout of 530,000 miners in defiance of WLB order to stay on job, by Art Preis Telegrams to Natalia Trotsky from the plenum and banquet CRDC locals schedule activities to get funds for Supreme Court appeal Stalin strikes another bargain with his allies, by Ralph Johnson Badoglio calls for abdication of king Michigan CIO supports fight to free Postal (Page 2) Stalin ties army officers to the Soviet bureaucracy, by M. Morrison New coal mine agreement is once again referred to WLB (continued from page 1) Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl "Militant" Army 5th wartime plenum of SWP meets in New York (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Russian Revolution and its conquests, by Leon Trotsky Stalin strikes new bargain with allies (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: War millionaires Shameless liars Passports in Georgia Agents of Wall Street in federal government, by William F. Warde The fight against race discrimination in Army, by David Ransom Badoglio raises demand for abdication of Italian king (continued from page 1) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 46. NOV. 13, 1943 (Page 1) Red Army smashes Nazi resistance in Ukraine -- Kiev falls; German retreat on southern front verges on rout; Soviet columns plunge toward Rumanian and Polish frontiers, by John G. Wright An anti-fascist fighter (picture) Flint UAW defies no-strike pledge in NLRB balloting -- Buick workers strike against the speedup, by Jeff Thorne Miners break Little Steel formula -- win union agreement after staging fourth coal strike -- Roosevelt decides to throw sop to unions in attempt to allay growing labor crisis, by John Adamson Labor-endorsed candidate runs reactionary campaign Mine victory leads to CIO demand for wage increases Only the Italian Trotskyists fight for socialism Election trends of 1943 demonstrate need of Labor Party (Page 2) Wartime strike struggles in Great Britain, by William F. Warde Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Coal miners break Little Steel formula (continued from page 1) "Militant" Army (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the FEPC -- is it worth saving? by David Ransom A tribute to Albert Parker The imperishable lessons of October and Europe's impending socialist revolution, by Albert Goldman CIO to demand wage increases (continued from page 1) Trotsky said: The key slogan for Europe in our revolutionary era (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Subsidies and profits Moscow pact Red Army smashes Nazi resistance in Ukraine (continued from page 1) Why the stock market is so jittery these days Labor-endorsed candidate runs reactionary campaign (continued from page 1) U.S. Treasury latest figures on war profits Balfour, Churchill and "the Jewish Homeland" International Notes ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 47. NOV. 20, 1943 (Page 1) WLB says Little Steel formula will continue -- Roosevelt's agents lay down anti-labor barrage to scare off AFL-CIO officials from conducting fight for wage increases Post Office still interferes with "Militant" mailing -- subscribers advised to protest to Walker Sweeping Soviet advances worry "democratic" allies -- London and Washington seek new agreement with Stalin -- Red Army breaks through on Central Front; Nazi lines begin to crumble in the south, by John G. Wright Letter reveals the growth of Trotskyist movement in Egypt Nazis face rising tide of resistance, by Miriam Carter Wall Street profiteers fill coffers with war billions Alton Levy released after three month imprisonment Lebanese people revolt against "Free French" The candid Mr. Churchill (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Party celebrates 26th anniversary of October Ode to WLB WLB still adheres to Little Steel formula (continued from page 1) Sunday forum features analysis of elections "Militant" Army Felix Morrow now out of danger after operation Ohio branches hear SWP plenum report Brewster UAW local upholds DeLorenzo (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- Jim-Crow politicians in Detroit, by David Ransom Sweeping Soviet advances worry "democratic" allies (continued from page 1) Workers' attitude toward government plant seizures, by M. Morrison Lebanese people revolt against "Free French" colonial despots (continued from page 1) Nazis face rising tide of resistance (continued from page 1) Roosevelt ignored Negro protests in Warren selection Pioneer Paragraphs: Fundamental peculiarities of our revolutionary era (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: The poll tax War criminals Workers' Forum Millions of expatriates -- Europe's new war problem, by Edith Kane International Notes Vinson warns masses must assume heavier tax load Workers' Bookshelf Bosses drop safety rules in mad drive for profits, by Grace Carlson ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 48. NOV. 27, 1943 (Page 1) Smear attack against UAW unions is opened by Chicago "Tribune" "My friends . . . " (cartoon) Supreme Court throws out petition for review of Smith "gag" Act case -- 18 Socialist Workers Party and 544-CIO members must go to federal penitentiary -- highest court joins Roosevelt-Biddle in campaign to abrogate freedom of speech and deprive workers of all civil liberties Further news about Italian Trotskyists The honor roll Landlords in Brooklyn incite vicious anti-Negro campaign British rearrest Ceylon Trotskyists Economic aspects and political implications of the UNRRA, by S. Marcy (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Supreme Court rejects petition (continued from page 1) Statement of Albert Goldman, attorney for the defendants Boston celebrates 26th anniversary of Soviet October Brooklyn landlords incite vile anti-Negro campaign (continued from page 1) "Militant" Army Smear attack on UAW unions opened by Chicago "Tribune" (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- the "four freedoms" abroad, by David Ransom The Allied "Democrats" and the "Free French" committee, by A. Roland The proposed alliance for prevention of future wars, by M. Morrison Letter of thanks to Albert Parker Economic and political implications of UNRRA (continued from page 1) Trotsky Said: Advanced American workers will turn toward Marxism (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Stalin and Allied program for Europe Subsidies Ex-King Carol Workers' Forum -- anti-Semitism in Boston A story of grim tragedy in world's richest land Living conditions in Sicily under the Allied occupation, by M. Brown Famine, disease and death ravage European children International Notes Workers rise in anger against Mosley release ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 49. DEC. 4, 1943 (Page 1) Socialist Workers Party launches fund campaign -- sets goal of $15,000 to be raised by Feb. 15 to expand party publications program and carry forward the organization work, by Rose Karsner Labor defense bodies lash decision of Supreme Court -- Minneapolis convictions are first under Smith "gag" Act -- James T. Farrell, noted author, calls for action against the attack on free speech Scoreboard Most militant demonstration since 1926 (picture) Millions of Indians starving under British wartime rule, by Miriam Carter Roosevelt backs subsidies in order to save wage-freezing, by S. Marcy Trotskyists in Naples Message from SWP members in Boston Wall Street Bourbons, an Editorial (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl Defense bodies lash high court (continued from page 1) Message from Flint members of Socialist Workers Party Millions of Indians starving under British wartime rule (continued from page 1) "Militant" Army Roosevelt pushes subsidies to save wage-freeze policy (continued from page 1) (Page 3) Labor's socialist perspectives and tasks of the revolutionary struggle in Europe, by E.R. Frank Factors impelling Stalin and Allies to agreement, by M. Morrison (Page 4) [one-third of the page is white space -- I think it is a program glitch] Join us in fighting for: ALP faction fight Workers' Forum -- Stalinists in Local 65 Negroes in Brooklyn are victims of reactionaries, by David Ransom France's record of colonial exploitation in Middle East, by Mark Braden ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 50. DEC. 11, 1943 (Page 1) Allies plan to maintain colonial power in Asia -- Roosevelt-Churchill declaration on Asia at Cairo conference discloses predatory plans of Anglo-American capitalist bloc Soldiers disenfranchised, an Editorial Court deals blow at labor's rights -- defense plans mass meeting in support of 18 prisoners -- labor, liberal spokesmen condemn court decision as grave threat to free speech UNRRA conference reveals dominance of Wall Street, by S. Marcy Want Freedom Douglas Aircraft poll won by Chicago UAW-CIO New "Fourth International" features party plenum resolution on Europe (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl San Diego SWP meets fund quota, by Rose Karsner, Director German Social-Democrats give servile support to Anglo-American capitalism, by A. Roland Los Angeles local of SWP will hold New Years ball "Militant" Army Scoreboard Chicago unionists support the CRDC campaign to win pardon for Postal Chicago UAW wins election (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle -- Negroes and the Smith "gag" Act, by David Ransom Medical authorities report increase of "shell shock," by Grace Carlson The Minneapolis case and 15 years of Trotskyism, by M. Stein Pioneer Paragraphs: Why Big Business commits wartime production frauds, by George Breitman Dominance of U.S. Big Business revealed at UNRRA conference (continued from page 1) Allies to maintain Far East colonies (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Minneapolis case Attack on Militant Lynn case first legal test of Army Jim Crow Mine operators sabotage union wage negotiations U.S. Supreme Court deals blow at rights of labor (continued from page 1) Message from San Diego SWP to 18 Smith "gag" Act victims Tories draft labor but release fascist leaders International Notes, by Edith Kane 1943 -- record year for profits of Big Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 51. DEC. 18, 1943 (Page 1) Stalin conspires with his Allies at Teheran -- gist of Iran parley is plot to subju gate [sic] peoples of Europe; fear of revolution is the bridge for Stalin's deal with Allies, by John G. Wright The fight for democracy begins at home (cartoon) Launch campaign for pardon of 18 -- CRDC summons labor, liberals for fight to free the victims of Smith "gag" law -- petition lists, model resolutions prepared for distribution; defense body appeals for funds to aid prisoners and families A history of price rises under OPA, by Miriam Carter Message from New Haven SWP to 18 Smith "gag" Act victims Mazey arrested on frameup charge in anti-union drive Michigan unionists demand Labor Party American troops want furloughs SWP arranges farewell banquet for eighteen (Page 2) An eyewitness account of famine in India, by Bill Morgan Trade Union Notes, by Marvel Scholl New Haven SWP fills fund quota, by Rose Karsner, Director Scoreboard Lockheed-Vega plants demand strike ballot, by Harry Thompson "Militant" Army Mazey arrested on frameup charge in anti-union drive (continued from page 1) (Page 3) The Negro Struggle, by David Ransom Smuts sees new imperial bloc as Empire's salvation, by A. Roland The death of Yaroslavsky -- slanderer and falsifier, by John G. Wright History of price rises under Roosevelt's OPA (continued from page 1) Pioneer Paragraphs: Prospects for the Negroes under decaying capitalism Michigan workers call a conference for a labor party (continued from page 1) Stalin plots with Allies at Teheran (continued from page 1) (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: The Bill of Rights Labor Party fight Campaign launched for unconditional pardon Liberal comment Minneapolis trial Behind the administration anti-inflation campaign, by S. Marcy Workers' Bookshelf International Notes ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 52. DEC. 25, 1943 (Page 1) Roosevelt tries to halt threatened rail strike -- 1,450,000 railroad workers fed up with gov't run-around vote overwhelmingly for walkout; unions set Dec. 30 deadline, by Art Preis New York meeting demands president pardon eighteen -- high court's refusal to review conviction condemned by labor and liberal spokesmen -- charge upholding of "Gag Act" endangers labor movement, violates right of free speech, invalidates the Bill of Rights Conference for labor party held by Michigan unionists Our blood, his guts Steel workers need rising wage scale, by M. Mills Resolution demanding president pardon 18 Minneapolis prisoners Latest developments in the case of assassin "Jacson" Tito's new govt. in Yugoslavia, by John G. Wright (Page 2) Trade Union Notes, by Joseph Keller The threat of deadly influenza, by Grace Carlson San Francisco tops quota in campaign Roosevelt intervenes against rail strike (continued from page 1) Scoreboard "Militant" Army Labor party conference held by Detroit unions (continued from page 1) (Page 3) Albert Goldman flays Supreme Court for its part in railroading 18 to penitentiary The Negro Struggle -- railroads and the FEPC, by David Ransom Labor and Negro leaders pledge their support to eighteen A message from James T. Farrell Big Business profiteers in World War II (Page 4) Join us in fighting for: Rail wage crisis Secret diplomacy The Hirohito deal N.Y. meeting demands pardon for eighteen (continued from page 1) Workers frozen to jobs -- until bosses fire them Supreme Court denies petition Detroit CRDC pledges support to 18 defendants International Notes White collar workers get crocodile tears in Senate Steel workers are in need of a rising scale of wages now (continued from page 1) Employers can pay higher wages from huge profits <<<<>>>>