Chrysler workers on strike in 1937

Chrysler workers on strike in 1937

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The transcript discusses a significant event in labor history involving a conference between John L. Lewis, Walter P Chrysler, and Governor Frank Murphy. Governor Murphy played a crucial role as a mediator in resolving the sit-down strike in Detroit, where strikers occupied eight plants for nearly three weeks. The resolution was closely watched by 60,000 workers, and there was hope for a lasting agreement.

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Who were the key figures involved in the conference mentioned in the text?

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What role did Frank Murphy play in the events described?

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How long did the sit-down strike in Detroit last?

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What was the reaction of the 60,000 workers during the peace talks?

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What is the hope of the nation regarding the agreement?

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