The Strike of 1916

Title: Information on a Strikers' Demonstration
Type: Newspaper
Date: June 23, 1916
Source: The Duluth News

Description: This article describes a protest parade that the strikers held.
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1. Why do you think Mayor Power was willing to guarantee the safety of the strikers during their demonstration?
   
   
   
   
   Answer: Power was a strong supporter of the strikers and their cause. Having police protection during the march would also prevent the demonstration from becoming a riot.
2. Why would it be important for one of the strike leaders to encourage strikers not to "create any disturbance" during the strike?
   
   
   
   
   Answer: The strikers would have a stronger position in negotiations if they did not cause injuries or damage to the workers or property of the mining company. It would be easier for them to have their voices heard and their demands listened to if they protested without violence.
3. What do you think the strike leader might have meant when he said that they want "more pork chops?"
   
   
   
   
   Answer: The strikers would like to earn enough money to buy more food and meat for their families.
4. Why would letting the mining companies "incite disorder" be important to the strikers?
   
   
   
   
   Answer: By being peaceful in their demonstrations, the mining companies would be responsible if disorder or violence broke out.