THE SITUATION EASIER.
HOPES OF AVERTING A STRIKE
(Australian & N.Z. Cable Association.)
(Received June 1, 5.5 p.m.) | London, May 31. Mv Shorbt lias issued a stern warning to the police force against striking. He said the Government had decided to pay pensionable constables noi> less than 70s a week. The Government could have no dealings with thePolicemen's Union. Any striker,-! would forthwith bo dismissed and loso their pensions. If a strike occurred not only special constables but every loyal citizen should come forward and assist in maintaining law and order.
A later report states that the police situation is easier, and it is believed that a'strike will be averted.
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Colonist, Volume LXI, Issue 15087, 2 June 1919, Page 5
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109THE SITUATION EASIER. Colonist, Volume LXI, Issue 15087, 2 June 1919, Page 5
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