Strike

For the first time since the Fascisti came into power in 1922, an important strike was declared in Italy.

About 100,000 Fascist engineering-trades workers in the province of Lombardy walked out over a pay question. The Government, which is usually quick to act in suppressing strikes, took no action except to prohibit public meetings and a procession in Milan. Much criticism was heard from employers.

Some of the main demands were later accepted and the number of strikers dwindled to about 80,000. It was anticipated that the remaining employers would soon capitulate.