IWW fundraiser attacked: Members tarred and feathered

June 14, 2012 3:43 PM CDT By Joelle Fishman
IWW fundraiser attacked: Members tarred and feathered

On June 14, 1924, in San Pedro California a mob armed with clubs attacked an IWW hall, where a program was being held to raise money for for defense. They were fighting a 1923 law that made being a member of the IWW a crime. Over 1000 people were arrested for IWW membership.

In San Pedro, the vigilante beat the crowd with clubs. During the turmoil several children were scalded. Seven of the workers were tarred and feathered. A Grand Jury was convened but did not bring any indictments.*

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*Source:  http://www.workerseducation.org/crutch/others/true.html

 

 

 

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Joelle Fishman
Joelle Fishman

Joelle Fishman chairs the Connecticut Communist Party USA. She is an active member of many local economic rights and social justice organizations. As chair of the national CPUSA Political Action Commission, she plays an active role in the broad labor and people's alliance and continues to mobilize for health care, worker rights, and peace. Joelle Fishman preside el Partido Comunista de Connecticut USA. Es miembro activo de muchas organizaciones locales de derechos económicos y justicia social. Como presidenta de la Comisión Nacional de Acción Política del CPUSA, desempeña un papel activo en la amplia alianza laboral y popular y continúa movilizándose por la atención médica, los derechos de los trabajadores y la paz.

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