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November 23, 1929
The Daily Worker
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois
What is this article about?
In Marion, N.C., charges of 'rebellion' against Alfred Hoffman, a strike-breaker for the United Textile Workers of America, were dismissed by Judge Cowper on Nov. 22. The case is seen as a maneuver to obscure his role, while the state pursues militant workers.
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HOFFMAN CASE
IS DISMISSED
MARION, N. C., Nov. 22.-After bringing charges of "rebellion" against Alfred Hoffman, organizer for the United Textile Workers of America, to save his face before the workers while they are being jailed in large numbers, the bosses' court here today dismissed the charges against the A. F. of L. strike-breaker, Judge Cowper granting a motion of "non-suit."
While the charges of "rebellion" against Hoffman and four others are dismissed, the state is going ahead with real efforts to railroad militant workers who escaped being shot by Sheriff Atkins.
The sort of "evidence" introduced by the prosecution shows that the indictment against Hoffman, who is one of the outstanding strike-breakers of the country, was only a maneuver to prevent his role from being too apparent to the workers.
IS DISMISSED
MARION, N. C., Nov. 22.-After bringing charges of "rebellion" against Alfred Hoffman, organizer for the United Textile Workers of America, to save his face before the workers while they are being jailed in large numbers, the bosses' court here today dismissed the charges against the A. F. of L. strike-breaker, Judge Cowper granting a motion of "non-suit."
While the charges of "rebellion" against Hoffman and four others are dismissed, the state is going ahead with real efforts to railroad militant workers who escaped being shot by Sheriff Atkins.
The sort of "evidence" introduced by the prosecution shows that the indictment against Hoffman, who is one of the outstanding strike-breakers of the country, was only a maneuver to prevent his role from being too apparent to the workers.
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime Story
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Crime Punishment
Justice
Deception
What keywords are associated?
Hoffman Case
Rebellion Charges
Strike Breaker
Textile Workers
Court Dismissal
Labor Dispute
What entities or persons were involved?
Alfred Hoffman
Judge Cowper
Sheriff Atkins
Where did it happen?
Marion, N. C.
Story Details
Key Persons
Alfred Hoffman
Judge Cowper
Sheriff Atkins
Location
Marion, N. C.
Event Date
Nov. 22
Story Details
Charges of rebellion against Alfred Hoffman and four others were dismissed by Judge Cowper via non-suit, viewed as a maneuver to hide Hoffman's strike-breaking role, while the state targets militant workers.