http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/90576a8bc032cdf288e991e4e04ebf09.PDF e3d88f2e224a7c1d2a3cef3c7c2bbd58 PDF Text Text • AFL-CIO y«l. 4* No. 5 May 19S4 Thousands Take Part in SlU Campaign - ->*' Off- Nationwide See Pages 4-6 "•-r. •!': SlUNA Convention May 28-30 In Piney Point f :.rj SlU Scholarship WinnerSPage 25 Caps & Jackets to LOG Photo Winners—Page 20 In Seattle, AB Harry Forte made sure President Reagan saw the qrassrbots message. Around the country, thousands of other grassroots volunteers did the same. For more pictures and a story, see pages 4^. Of inland Industry, Inland Conference June 3-8 SlU Election Pre-balloting Report —Page 39 s iNem/r/r' St. Clair Finally Thaws, Lakers Back To Work ... —Page 18 Drozak says "NO" to CDS paybacks—See Page 3 mm �President's Report by Frank Drozak I #?' 'i • Continental Airlines. Look just ^ I ^here was a time when you X used to know the people about anywhere. you worked for and they knew Either through bankruptcy or you. You may not have been the threat of it, these conglom­ best friends but the company erates come in and literally steal management and the workers the benefits and rights of em­ went home each night to the ployees. They demand roll-backs same towns and their kids went under threats of closing down. to the same schools. You They want to take away hardweren't just some name on a won pension and medical ben­ computer printout labeled efits. "manpower." Because of bankruptcy laws, That type of closeness brought the anti-labor attitude in Wash­ about a kind of "we're all in ington, and the economy, these this together" feeling. Manage­ companies have decided it's time ment needed your work and to take on the unions. your skills and you needed a • • • place to put those skills to work. The SIU's approach has al­ Because of that common inter­ ways been one of fairness and est there was a real sense of reasonableness. We want to help working together. Hardnosed and cooperate, because we know bargaining, sure, but in the end that if a company grows and both sides had something they does well, the Union grows and could live with. does well. Over the years we But those days are disap­ have had good relationships with pearing. Giant conglomerates, many of our companies. We'd are taking over. The way most fight and argue which is the way of them act when it comes to it should be, but in the end both their employees, especially their sides had something they could union employees, is a far cry live with. from "we're in this together." Today, many of our old com­ It's more like "we're in this for panies, especially our Inland bottom line profits and to hell companies, are being swallowed with you." up by these giants and the old relationships we had are going These giant energy compa­ nies, are into exploration, ex­ down the drain. In a word, the new owners ploitation and transportation. They are hovering around simply don't give a damn about America's businesses looking for their workers. The SIU has never backed opportunities to take over busi­ nesses they can sweep into their down and we aren't about to start now. corporate net. If these people want to play During the last few years as smaller companies faced trou­ hardball, we'll meet them on the bles because of inflation, reces­ field. The field may be the courts, sion and high interest rates, these it may be the halls of Congress, conglomerates bought up the it may be picket lines or stock­ companies and forgot the work­ holder meetings. But we'll be ing men and women who made there just like we've always been. We are gearing up our Grassthose companies grow. Look at Greyhound. Look at (Continued on Page 25.) Young Activists Meet Witti SIU, Learn How U.S. Fleet Can Be Helped SHLSS was the stimulating setting for Frontlash's recent nationwide organizers' confer­ ence where strategy was mapped out for the political battles of 1984. Sixty-seven state and local directors from 30 states attend­ ing the week-long conference participated in workshops on voter registration; time manage­ ment; on the job canvassing; absentee ballots; leadership skills and direct action organizing. Frontlash is a youth organi­ zation involved in many facets of the labor movement and nol CTTT'., 17 T>. . ^ itics. SIU's Frank1. Drozak gave the keynote address where he reaffirmed SIU's support of Frontlash. "I believe in the youth of America and the strength of this country. We need Frontlash in schools dedicated to that cause. The day we have no more free trade unions is the day we have no more democracy. Unions are called exactly what they are—the people's product to improve society. You have this union's support and my support." SIU President Frank Drozak ex­ plains how the U.S.-flag fleet can be helped and its importance to members of Frontlash. The group's executive director, Jessica Smith, looks on. Frontlash Executive Director Jes­ sica Smith addresses the members of the politically oriented group dur­ ing a meeting at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship. Frontlash members listen intently as SIU President Frank Drozak outlines the Union's political goals. tWicial Publication ol ttie Sealarers intemational Union ol North America, Atlantic, Gull, Ukes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO May 1984 Vol. 46, No. 5 Executive Board Frank Drozak President Joe DIGIorglo Secretary-Treasurer Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President Charles Svenson Editor Marietta Homwonpour Associate Editor New York Ray Bourdlus Assistant Editor Washington Max Hall Assistant Editor New York lUMfHSl Joe Sacco Vice President Mike Hall Associate Editor Ed Turner Executive Vice President Mike Sacco Leon Hall Vice President Vice President George McCartney Vice President Washington Deborah Greene Assistant Editor Washington Lynnette Marshall Assistant Editor Washington EL aSfi Hri Ec K qpJnri EL o£ Md 28746 2/LOG/May 1984 I £-i-s, r. ''y Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf. 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, (i^d. 20746, Tel. 899a f'""" Georges, Md. &790-9998 and at additional Send address cfianges to the LOG. 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, �Alaskan Oil Jobs Are Threatened Aga/n Drozak Warns CDS Payback Would Cost Jobs On June 15, a congressional prohibition forbidding the De­ partment of Transportation (DOT) from using any money to change current rules which restrict permanent entry of Con­ struction Differential Subsidy (CDS)-built ships into the Alas­ kan oil trade runs out. That's why the SIU is prod­ ding Congress to move rapidly to pass a bill which would save thousands of jobs and defeat this short-sighted and simplistic administration action. "Scores of tankers would be laid up, thousands of jobs would be lost, and our national secu­ rity would be threatened," SIU President Frank Drozak told the House Merchant Marine sub­ committee this month. The bill, H.R. 5071, was in­ troduced by Rep. Mario Biaggi (D-N.Y.), chairmain of the sub­ committee. It would set reason­ able and specific ground rules to allow a CDS operator to pay back the subsidy and enter do­ mestic or Jones Act trade which is reserved for non-subsidized ships. Currently no regulations exist governing the permanent entry of CDS ships into domestic shipping. Marad may grant sixmonth waivers for CDS vessels. Last year after DOT proposed the sweeping changes which would virtually kick down the door of the Alaskan oil trade. Congress barred DOT from us­ ing any of its appropriations to change the rules. The DOT'S proposal would simply allow the operators to pay back their CDS and they would have free rein to engage in Jones Act trade. Under Biaggi's bill, a hearing would be held to determine first that domestic service is inadequate, second that the CDS ship cannot find employment in the foreign trade for extended periods, and third that the entry of the ship would not harm the national security. The final step also requires the written concurrence of the Sec­ retary of the Navy. "No proposal we have seen in a long time has had the po­ tential to cause more harm to the U.S. merchant marine," said Julian Singhman, president of the Maritime Institute of Re­ search and Industrial Develop­ ment. "The massive job loss in the U.S. merchant marine alone justifies the rejection of the DOT proposal," said Robert Blackwell, representing Falcon Tanker Group. Drozak and other speakers outlined several reasons why the DOT should not be allowed to go through with its proposal. DOT does not have the authority; The proposal violates both the Merchant Marine Act of 1936 and the the Jones Acl; It threatens the Jones Act trade; As many as 55 ships could be forced into lay-up; I/* 3,300 seamen could lose their jobs, plus thousands more on shore; 1/^ The proposal would end the construction of unsubsidized tankers in U.S. yards; It could end U.S.-flag over­ seas tanker trade; The rule would eliminate the most militarily useful small tankers endangering national defense; The government could lose some $780 million in loan guarantees on Alaskan trade tankers and another $1.1 bil­ lion on tankers in other do­ mestic trades. ^ Even DOT'S Matthew V. Scocozza, assistant secretary for policy and national affairs, ad­ mitted that it was possible that all tankers with outstanding loan obligations could face forfeit­ ure. He said currently the DOT knows of 13 large subsidized tankers which have shown an interest in entering the Alaskan trade if they were allowed to pay back their CDS. "Our estimates show that if just 15 CDS-built tankers enter the trade, about 2,400 seafaring jobs will be lost ... [it also] would cause an immediate sur­ plus of 1.7 million deadweight tons. Industry estimates show that about 40 vessels would be forced into lay-up, of which half would be newer^ larger ves­ sels," Drozak said. About 25 of those tankers would be the type the military says its needs for its activities, small and clean fuel tankers. When the June 15 deadline runs out, Scocozza said it could take anywhere from 30 to 90 days befote DOT would be ready with a new rule. However, he also said it would be possible that "we may be here next year," fighting over the issue. If Biaggi's bill boggs down and DOT issues a new ruling, industry sources said there is still a "window" of time before it would take effect, and court action challenging the rule would be a very real possibility. "CDS repayment . . . would seriously impair our already de­ pressed maritime and shipbuild­ ing industries. If allowed, such a policy change would greatly weaken our vitally important tanker fleet. We can hardly af­ ford to adopt such a policy at a time when our fleet is at the weakest point since World War II," Drozak warned. Judge For Yourself Cslhoon Says CDS Payback Good Idea Not everybody in the mari­ time Labor Movement agrees that the CDS payback proposal makes no sense for jobs, job security, or national defense. Some people have been able, after careful examination of the issue, to say that CDS payback would be best for the merchant marine. MEBA-1 President Jesse M. Calhoon is one of those peo­ ple. Judge for yourself. In his prepared testimony, Calhoon arrived at exactly the opposite conclusions of the rest of maritime labor. "CDS payback will mean more competition. ... All 100130,000 dwt tankers must be fully employed before any VLCCs are allowed in the trade. VLCCs are able to carry oil at rates about half of those 100,000ton tankers." "Ifwe want to preserve the ships in the small U.S.-flag in­ ternational tanker fleet we do have, then to me it is plain common sense to let ships that can, enter the domestic trade." "CDS payback . . . could return hundreds of millions of dollars to the U.S. Treasury." "We owe more to the fine men and women of the U.S. merchant marine than to con­ tinue to allow them to be sent to sea on aging, unsafe rustbuckets." Much is made by CDS pay­ back opponents of two letters sent in March 1983 to the Sec­ retary of Transportation from the now former Deputy Secre­ tary of Defense Paul Thayer and the now former assistant Sec­ retary of the Navy George Saw­ yer. In these letters they ex­ pressed opposition to the CDS payback on national defense come into the trade. grounds. I disagree." "I would think that's about Of course when one has weeks to prepare testimony, black can right," Calhoon said. "I can't believe he would give become white, left can become right. The real meat of the issue up 30 or 40 ships for the six or comes in the questions from eight that would replace them," committee members. Here are Drozak said. Drozak added that if the ships some of the questions and the answers of Calhoon and SIU's were allowed into the trade, many of the companies now Frank Drozak. Calhoon has made several building tankers would simply references to "unsafe" Ameri­ stop and no ships or jobs would can ships in the Alaskan oil become available. Calhoon said most of the trade. Biaggi said he believed Alaskan ships were built in World safety has been improved. "I don't think we've im­ War II or the 1950s. "I suspect most of these ships proved the standards of safety," were built in the 1960s because Calhoon said. "I don't know of one ship in the 25 scrapped last year were the Alaskan oil trade that has built in the 1950s," Drozak said. CDS may be good for some been lost," Drozak responded. Biaggi asked Calhoon if he people, but not the people who was prepared to see the loss of are working today and the peo­ 30 or 40 ships if just seven of ple who will work in shipyards the big VLCCs were allowed to to build new tankers. t ¥ "j • ' May 1984/LOG/3 �America Needs Jobs—^The Fight Begins In Puerto Rico, Guillermo (Willie) Ortiz volunteers for the grassroots campaign as Julio Delgado (I.) and Frank Vega look on. Like a freight train in the distance, it started with a low rumble that became louder as it picked up speed, and people along the way stood up and took notice. The SIU/MTD grassroots campaign for the 1984 elections started to build steam last month. On Aprill4, thousands of SIU and SlU-affiliated members, their families and friends gath­ ered at Union halls from New York to Seattle, from Algonac to New Orleans and dozens of places in between. Armed with posters, flyers and the spirit of the fight, SIU members and friends have greeted the presi- dential and other candidates around the country with the question, "What are you going to do for the merchant marine?" During the Maryland presi­ dential primary, both Walter Mondale and Gary Hart were met by grassroots volunteers. In both Oregon and Washing­ ton, President Reagan was con­ fronted by sign-carrying volun­ teers. Of course each time the SIU shows up at a presidential or other rally, the public is aware because the media notices. The campaign has already received newspaper, television and radio coverage in many areas. "We've got to let the Amer­ ican public know what's hap­ pening to the merchant marine. This isn't some narrow special interest. We're talking jobs for everybody and national secu­ rity," SIU president Frank Drozak said. k Hundreds of SIU members, their families and children turned out in Los Angeles. "Numerically the Seafarers Union is small compared to such giants as the Teamsters Broth­ erhood. However the Maritime Trades Department claims its 43 affiliated unions have a total membership of 8 million. Mostly their leaders are pledged to the 'early endorsed' Walter Mon­ dale. He'll be pressured too. The Seafarers want that ship­ building program—and they don't want it in promises. On this watery front they are non­ partisan," wrote syndicated la­ bor columist Victor Riesel in a recent column. "This has been a great start for the grassroots; in less than a month we have seen the can­ didates, we've been in the press and on the television. People are starting to talk. America's merchant fleet is in danger of sinking and a lot of other indus­ tries could drown too. If we don't make some noise nobody will know where to throw the lifeline," Drozak said. Democratic Presidential hopeful Sen. Gary Hart (D-Colo.) was met by SIU members (I. to r.) Florian R. Clark, William Crawford and Frank Spaziani in Baltimore when he was questioned about what he would do to help the nation's merchant fleet. 4/LOG/May 1984 K •/ Well, we're starting to make some noise and if we make enough of it maybe we won't need that lifeline. Maybe some people will listen before it's too late. �.4 i^^_.--A"; Grassroots •tv' In Seattle, Harry Forte waits for President Reagan's motorcade to pass and a chance to get the message to the top. No one is too young to take part in the grassroots campaign. In Philadelphia, a young volunteer is flanked by (back row, I. to r.) Jarnes McHugh, George Barnes, Mike Foley, (front) Tom Doherty, William Holmes and Robert Ross. "America's merchant fleet is in danger of sinking and a lot of industries couid drown too.... if we don't make some noise, nobody wiii know where to throw the iifeiine" SlU President Frank Drozak ex­ plains the Union's campaign to ^0 reporters following a Hampton Roads, Va. Port Council Meeting. A large turnout in Houston got the campaign rolling there. Wiiikbmmtm Mil — The signs in New York teii part of the grassroots message to the hundreds who sho^ up 'Jf"' V* Caffey (at microphone), SiU speciai assistant to the president, and (I. to r.) Augie Teiiez, New York POrt SlU SeUtary/Treasurer Joe DiGiorgio and Jim Ward, New York fieid rep, expiained the program to the crowd. May 1984/LOG/5 �"Taa&r"- Grassroots—1984 '-•w^ iwi tiBl? •i. -- These SlU members in Baltimore get ready to head a Walter Mondale campaign rally. They are (I. to r. back) William Lehew, Charles Zulauf, Sidney Gardener, Teriy Betz, (front) Frank Spaziani, Mario Letman, Eric Albright and David Collison. Valentin Lora studies some of theinformation on the grassroots campaign at the New York meeting. In Norfolk, SlU volunteers jammed the April 14 kickqff. David Maxwell, Vern Poulseh, Dennis Brown and Field Rep Rich Berkowitz make sure President Reagan will get the message during his stop in Seattle. W; •I V . i Pensioners play a big role in the grassroots campaign. Here, several New York pensioners learn how they can help. 6/LOG/May 1984 I L At the Los Angeles Port Council meeting, SlU President Frank Drozak outlines the campaign as Ron Kennedy (I.) of the Los Angeles Building Trades Council and State Assemblyman Davl Elder listen. �w- :;ii!'t£, .'• - ' Inland News Oar Members AtWerk Baltimore Scene of New FiQht For Job Security McAllister Sells Out, SlU Moves to Save Jobs ••• ••• It Pays to Belong to the SlU Once again the SIU is locked in a fight to protect the job security of Union members who are being squeezed out of their jobs in the name of' 'economy.'' This time the Union is faced with the ,unfair union-busting actions of McAllister Brothers Towing in Baltimore. Like the anti-labor actions of Dixie and AGBL, this ship-docking com­ pany is destroying the job se­ curity of its employees. In an attempt to get rid of its contract with the SIU, Mc­ Allister sold its four harbor tugs to Outreach Marine Co., which promptly laid off 23 SIU Boat­ men. "Outreach is nothing more than an alter-ego of McAllister, and this is a blatant attempt to get around the contract guar­ antees which protect the jobs and job security of our people," SIU President Frank Drozak said. The sale took place last month and it happened despite sincere SIU efforts to help out a com­ pany which claimed it faced fi­ nancial hardships. The SIU members who worked for McAllister, some for more than 45 years, told the company they would take a 15 percent paycut if the company would pay it back with simple interest when it could afford it. McAllister June 3-8 Inland Crews Conference —See Page 9 turned thumbs down on the of­ fer and demanded a 21 percent pay slash. "I can't believe they would act like this. Here you have people who have worked for them for years, loyal employees who even agreed to help Mc­ On the first day (a Sunday) of Allister out of its tough times contracts will be up for renewal beginning in August. We want the conferences, delegates and and then they go out and stab these working men and their our SONAT membership to get their wives will check in. The next day. Conference families in the back. It's dis­ together so that we can talk about the problems we face and Chairman John Fay will wel­ graceful," Drozak said. He said that the SIU had get their recommendations on come the delegates. Later, Pres­ how to deal with these prob­ ident Drozak will comment on begun to take legal steps in hopes lems. We will be holding these contract negotiations, changes of helping the SIU Boatmen conferences at our training and in the industry and about the retain their jobs. "The SIU is taking every pre­ upgrading center in Piney Point, increased competition from other caution to protect the rights and and we will have representa­ modes of transportation. Then Fay and Jack Caffey, job security of our members at tives from both licensed and unlicensed crewmembers elected assistant to the Union president, McAllister," Drozak said. Since Outreach took over, it (Continued on Page 8.) from all SONAT fleets. has been trying to get triple the work out of its employees for the same pay SIU members re­ ceived. It has slightly increased wages but based them on a 24hour day when Boatmen used to make the same money for an eight-hour day, according to fired chief engineer and SIU Shop Steward Joseph Zorback. The Union has set up infor­ mational picket lines in Balti­ more harbor. McAllister said it plans to continue its container barge feeder service in this port. After getting a new contract from National Marine Service last month, It also operates a tug fleet in the crew of the XoviboaX National Energy builds up a tow of barges for Norfolk, Va. the trip up the Upper Mississippi River to St. Paul, Minn. Houston Patrolman Don Anderson (I.) makes sure that Melvin Herman doesn't have to depend on the Post Office for his Welfare benefits check, following recent hospitalization. Three SONAT Crews Conferences Set for May 13, June 10, 24 Delegates from SONAT tug and barge fleets are scheduled to meet at three week-long Crews Conferences to make recom­ mendations on upcoming con­ tracts. The meetings will take place on May 13, June 10 and June 24 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship (SHLSS) in Piney Point, Md. On May 13, June 10 and June 24, three delegates (a licensed officer, a tankerman and AB or cook) from each Green Fleet (lOT) boat will attend the con­ ferences along with delegates from each White Fleet (Mariner Towing) boat, and a delegate from each IBC and Harbor Fleet boat on June 24. Commenting on these impor­ tant conferences in his May re­ port to the Union's membership meetings, SIU President Frank Drozak said, "We are getting ready to negotiate a series of contracts with the various tug and barge companies in this big energy conglomerate. These ( i br May 1984/LOG/7 • lift. f �•Jii ., ' y: • ^- .; ,., _J Here's part of the crew of the National Energy relaxing in the recreation room during a hailstorm. They are (I. to r.) Mate John Wiley, Deckhand Ken Larsen and Cook Buddy Malear. Cook Buddy Malear of the M/V National Energy (National Marine) is at the galley stove keeping the crew happy with excellent meals. At the rail of the towboat National Glory (National Marine) awaiting orders last month in St. Louis Harbor are (I. to r.) Deckhand David C.' Smith, Lead Deckhand Randy "Red" Loyet, Cook Bob Charlet and Utilityman Leroy Laurent. SONAT Conferences Skipper of the National Energy Capt. Lindy MacDonald Is in the pilot house at the controls in Woodriver Harbor for the voyage up the Upper Mississippi. At work tying on a barge to the National Energy are (rear I. to r.) Deckhands Ken Jones and Roger Young and (front) Mate John Wiley. 8/LOG/May 1984 - - !\: I' : iiijifjilLii (Continued from Page 7.) will discuss the conference for­ mat and details of the work­ shops. Following this, SHLSS Vice President Frank Mongelli and his staff will outline to the del­ egates the courses offered by the school for inland members. On the third day (Tuesday) of the conferences, SIU Pension and Welfare Plan Administrator Leo Bonser and Union Special Counsel Caroline Gentile will talk about the Plans. Next, SIU Secretary-Treas­ urer Joe DiOiorgio will make his report. This will be followed by SHLSS Vocational Education Director John Mason, who will explain to the delegates how the Union's new computer system at headquarters will speed up the payment of claims. The next day (Wednesday) there will be a review of the inland contract and a look at its future form in negotiations with suggestions for the workshop seminars. There will be a further look at the SIU Constitution and Union structure. On Thursday, the delegates and their spouses will tour Union headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. where they will meet SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex and SIU Political Director Marianne Rogers to hear about their work for the Union. Later on they will visit Wash­ ington, D.C.'s Transportation Institute, the AFL-CIO's Mar­ itime Trades Department and Capitol Hill, and they'll meet a congressman who will detail the legislative process. �Inland Conference Looks to Future of Job Security Delegates from more than 100 SIU inland companies will par­ ticipate in a Crews Conference Voting on at STC Little Curtis Co. on June 3-8 at the SHLSS, PiAlso In the port of Norfolk last month, voting on a new contract for ney Point, Md. to find out "... Boatmen at the STC Little Curtis Co. was going on. where we are and where we are going" as far as the state of the New Contract at Croat Lakes Towing inland industry is concerned. The delegates, one or two A new three-year contract was negotiated at the Great Lakes Towing from each company, licensed Co. last month in the port of Algonac, Mich. and unlicensed, will also come from the Great Lakes and the Dredging last month in Monroe, Mich, was the new dredge Northerly Mississippi River'sD^/ra Queen Is. (North American Trailing) before moving on to other jobs on the and Mississippi Queen. SIU President Frank Drozak Lakes. summed up the purpose of the New Towing Tug for Crowley Marine conference: "The inland towing industry is undergoing many In the port of Wilmington, Calif., a new radar target-towing tug, the changes. Conglomerates are Catania (Channel Marine) was added to the Crowley Marine fleet. The moving in to take over compa­ tug, employed by the U.S. Navy, means five more jobs for SlU Boatmen. nies we have worked with for many years. Competition from in New Orleans, Crescent Towing Contract inked railroads is getting stiffer. The Last month in the port of New Orleans, a new contract at Crescent government is trying to put Towing was ratified and signed. heavier tax burdens on our con­ tracted companies. Some com­ • ' panies are asking for rollbacks; At Radcliff Materials, the vote was out to the rank-and-file on a new some operators are selling out. contract. "I think it's time that we get • our tug and barge membership together to take a look at where At Whitman Towing, a one-year extension on their present contract we are and where we're going. was granted. "We're going to have dele­ gates from every one of our contracted tug and barge com­ panies. We will have both un­ licensed and licenced crewmembers from every one of our companies. We are going to talk about this industry, about the many problems we face, and what we are going to do together to protect the job security of all our members." After the delegates and their wives check in to the conference on Sunday, June 3, the delegates will be welcomed to the meeting on Monday morning, June 4 by Barge Capt. Lowell Jones (I.) and 2nd Tankerman Louis Smith (r.) are SIU Vice President Joe Sacco, on the barge Ocean 193 (Sonat Marine) recently at the GATX Dock in who will be the conference the port of Tampa. chairman. In the morning session, SIU official John Fay will explain the conference. In the last part of the morning session, SHLSS Vice President Frank Mongelli and his staff will review the school's programs for the tug and barge industry. In the afternoon, delegates and their spouses will tour the school's educational facilities. On Tuesday morning, June 5, New Orleans Port Agent Pat Pillsworth will talk on "Serv­ icing the Membership." Next, New York Port Agent AB Robert J. Hopkins (r.) with friend aboard the M/V Freedom (Sonat Augie Tellez will tell them about Marine) recently at the Gulf Drydock in the port of Tampa. the "SIU Constitution and Hir­ ing Hall." Later, Philadelphia Port Agent Bob Stevens will explain to the delegates the "Union Structure." Then SIU Agent Jim Martin will tell them about "Communications and die LOG." This will be followed by the topic of "Handling Prob­ lems on Board Your Boat and Grievances and Beefs." Fi­ nally, there will be a showing of the movie, "Louisiana Crimp System." In the afternoon session, Pat Pillsworth will chair the unlicensed workshops, SIU Vice President Mike Sacco will chair the licensed work­ shops. The next day, Wednesday morning, June 6, the SIU Health and Pension Plans will be dis­ cussed by both Plans Adminis­ trator Leo Bonser and Plans Counsel Carolyn Gentile. Afterwards, Union Secre­ tary-Treasurer Joe DiGiorgio will give his report to the member­ ship. Later that morning, "Com­ puters and How They Work for the Membership" will be ex­ plained by SHLSS Vocational Education Director John Ma­ son. The afternoon will be taken up with the workshop seminars and the wrap-up. On Thursday morning, June 7, delegates will tour Union headquarters at Camp Springs, Md. Then comes lunch on Cap­ itol Hill in Washington, D.C. and a talk by a congressman. That afternoon, SIU Legis­ lative Director Frank Pecquex and Union Political Director Marianne Rogers will talk to the delegates about legislation and politics. They will then tour the capital area, visiting the White House and other national mon­ uments. The last day of the giant con­ ference, Friday, June 8, dele­ gates in the morning will hear from the Transportation Insti­ tute's Executive Director Peter Luciano and staff about "Issues Facing the (Inland) Industry" and about "Attitudes on the Union Movement and the Im­ portance of Unions in the Tug Industry for the Future." In the afternoon, delegates will attend the workshops and hear a conference wrap-up by SIU President Frank Drozak. May 1984/LOG/9 - ~ .1" '• �Brother Muscato Laid to Rest Pensioner Thomas J. Armbnister Sr., 81, succumbed to a heart attack in Philadelphia on March 5. Brother Armbruster joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1961 sailing as a chief engineer for Taylor and Anderson in 1931. He was a former member of Local 1800. Boatman Armbruster was born in Philadelphia and was a resi­ dent there. Burial was iri the Lakeview Cemetery, Cinnaminson, N.J. Surviving are two sons, Thomas. Jr. of Meadowbrook, Pa. and John. It was a somber day in Jacksonville, Fia. following the funeral service for Seafarer Michael Muscato, who sailed with ^ONAT. Outside Christ the King Church with the casket are SlU pallbearers Walter Petty, Leon Jekot, Dan Campbell, James Dawson. Lisa Wright and Johannes Sorel. The family follows in the rear. Pensioner James Clifton Boudreaux, 55, died on Jan. 8. Brother Boudreaux joined the Union in the port of New Or­ leans in 1957 sailing as a deck­ hand for Red Circle Towing from 1965 to 1967, Crescent Towing in 1968 and for the Gulf Canal Lines. He was born in Thi- Pensioners Dennis Jo­ seph Daigle, 67, joined the Union in the port of Port Arthur, Texas in 1965 sailing as a captain for Sa­ bine Towing from 'v 1964 to 1984. Brother Daigle was born in Texas and is a resident of Port Arthur. Jerome Au­ gustus Mamo Sr., 65, joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1961 sailing as a captain for the Curtis Bay Tow' ing Co. in 1956. Brother Mamo was a former member of the Masters, Mates and Pilots Union (MM&PU). .He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy before World War 11. Boatman Mamo was born in Philadelphia and is a resident of Newtown Sq., Pa. Ernest Troy Ford, 62, joined the Union in the port of Houston in 1974 sailing deep sea. He also sailed inland for the Moran Tow­ ing Co. asatankerman and AB from 1941 to 1983. Brother Ford was born in Alma, Okla. and is a resident of Breckenridge, Texas. 10/LOG/May 1984 bon with two bronze stars and Quiller Daniel with the Fleet Service Clasp, the Ragan, 63, joined the Union in the European Theater of Operations port of Mobile (ETC) ribbon with three bronze working as a stars and. the Asiatic-Pacific barge repairer for Theater ribbon. Boatman Wil­ Radcliff Mate­ kins was born in Ransomville, rials from 1968 to N;C. and is a resident of Bel1984. Brother haven, N.C. Robert Eu­ Ragan was born in Adell, Ga. gene Parker, 65, and is a resident of Chickasaw, joined the Union Ala. ^ in the port of Mo­ bile in 1965 sail­ William Ray­ ing as a ship op­ mond Wallen, erator for Radcliff 65, joined the Materials from Union in the port 1964 to 1980. of Philadelphia in 1966 sailing as an Brother Parker was born in Bald­ win, Ala. and is a resident of oiler for the Cur­ tis Bay Towing Perdido, Ala. Co. from 1967 to 1984. Brother Wallen was born in Pehns Grove, N.J. and is a resident of Glbbstown, N.J. Cari Ellis Wiikins, 62, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1960 sailing as a captain for Gulf Atlantic Towing for 1951 to 1964 and for lOT and Sonat Marine from 1966 to 1984. Brother Wilkins is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II serving as a chief watertender aboard the USS Trippe. He was awarded the Victory Medal, the American Defense Theater rib­ beaux. La. and was a resident of Amite, La. Surviving are a brother, Nolan of New Orleans and a niece, Martha Branch. Pensioner Lawrence Ed­ ward Hobbs, 70, passed away on March 30. Brother Hobbs joined the Union in the port of _ Houston in 1957 sailing as a mate for the 0 & H Towing Co. for 31 years. He was born in Houston and was a resident of Baytown, Texas. Surviving is his widow, Martha. Pensioner Skinner Waff, 83, passed away in the Chowan Hospital, Edenton, N.C. on Dec. 3, 1983. Brother Waff joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1962 sailing as a bargeman and captain for the Sheridan Transportation Co. in 1946. Brother Waff began sail­ ing in 1931. He was also a boilermaker. Boatman Waff was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War 11. He was born in Chowan Cty., N.C. and was a resident of Hertford, N.C. and Snug Harbor, N.C. Burial was in the Woodlawn Park Ceme­ tery, Virginia Beach, Va. Sur­ viving are his widow, Anne; two sons, Lonnie of Chesapeake, Va. and Ray of Parkersburg, W. Va.; two daughters. Pearl Hanbury of Chesapeake and Erlean Harris of Portsmouth, Va.; 18 grandchildren and 17 great­ grandchildren. In the messhall of the M/V Freedom are (r. to I.) Mate Oscar Cutworth, Cook William JustI and AB Robert J. Hopkins. �• -yV' In its monthly series of inten/iews and reports, "PROFILES" wil highlight key govemment officials instrumentcil in shaping national and maritime policy. Senator Ernest (Fritz) Hoiiings Congressman James Oberstar S MEMBER of the United States House of Represen­ tatives since his election in 1974, Congressman James Oberstar (D-Minn.) has diligently worked to rebuild America's merchant fleet and revitalize our declining maritime industry. His unwav­ ering support of Great Lakes shipping is signified by his chair­ manship of the Conference of Great Lakes Congressmen since 1975. One of Congressman Ober­ star's greatest achievements was the forgiveness of the Seaway Construction Debt. Year after year, Oberstar has introduced legislation absolving the debt, and he saw the fruition of his efforts with enactment of this legislation into law last year. Oberstar was the driving force behind the demonstration pro­ gram extending the winter nav­ igation season on the Lakes. He has been a tireless crusader for Great Lakes' share of the P.L.480 cargoes. And on the House floor, he has demonstrated a consistent record of support on critical maritime issues—rec­ ognizing that maritime bills are JOBS bills. The congressman sits on key House committees whose juris­ dictions directly affect the mar­ itime and allied industries. Ob­ erstar is a member of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, and the House Pub­ lic Works and Transportation Committee. On the Public Works . Committee he is subcommittee chairman of its Economic De­ velopment Subcommittee. He is also a member of several House task forces, among them, Nortlfeast-Midwest Congres­ sional Coalition where he is cochairman; Congressional Steel Caucus, Executive Board; Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee; and ENATOR Ernest (Fritz) Hoiiings (D-S.C.) under­ stands that "America's fourth arm of defense" must be rebuilt if it is to continue to defend America in the present and fu­ ture as it has so diligently in the. past. To achieve this end, the sen­ ator has steadfastly supported every measure brought before the Senate on the U.S. maritime industry. He has worked to se­ cure the ODS and CDS pro­ grams in order to maintain the U.S. fleet's presence and com­ petitiveness on the world's oceans. The senator realizes the United States must be energy self-suf­ ficient and strongly advocates the ban on the export of Alaskan North Slope crude oil. In addi­ tion, he feels that filling the Strategic Petroleum Reserve at a maximum fill rate is another area that the United States must pursue for oil independence. Hoiiings is concerned that American flags fly from many American ships as they sail into the ports of the world. He is unwavering in his support of P.L.-480 cargo programs for U.S.-flag ships. As a champion of the under­ dog and the disadvantaged, Fritz Hoiiings has achieved much in his senatorial career to ease the burden of those not able to help themselves. He awakened the conscience of the nation by conducting tours of the rural South in the late 1960s. He chronicled his find­ ings by authoring the book'' The Case Against Hunger:' These efforts spearheaded the drive to provide proper nutrition for poor pregnant women and infants and low-cost preventive health care to the poor through community health centers. Elected to the United States Senate in 1966, Hoiiings repre­ sents the state of South Caro­ lina. He is the ranking Democrat on the Senate Commerce Com­ mittee, a member of the Senate Budget Committee and a mem­ ber of the Senate Appropria­ tions Committee. He serves as a member of several Senate task A Sen. Frifz Hoiiings forces among them, the Demo­ cratic Policy Committee, Na­ tional Ocean Policy Study Group and serves his Senate colleagues as an Assistant Majority Whip, Senator Hoiiings, as his own biography states, ". . . is not afraid to stir controversy but always striving to make things work, has made a career of taking risks and breaking molds." Recently, when asked about the economy, he said, "I would move to make our econ­ omy competitive. We live in a dynamic, very competitive, in­ ternational economy. Every­ body is participating from up in the grandstand, caterwauling about non-applicable terms for free-trade, free-trade protec­ tionists, not realizing that the only way is to enter the freeze. Like Roosevelt, to keep the banks open, he closed the doors. In order to remove a barrier, we'll have to raise one and then remove them both. The playing field is on a tilt, and you need your government to level up the playing field. And that's not a bunch of new laws. If you en­ force your countervailing duties to trigger price mechanisms, your antidumping provisions, and everything else of that kind, you can level up the field—and un­ derstand, it's government-togovemment enterprise." "Never, in these United States, has the brain of man conceived, or the hand of man fashioned, so perfect a as the clipper ship The FLYING CLOUD was our Rheims, the SOVEREIGN OF I HE SEAS our Parthenon, the LIGHTNING our Amiens; but they were monuments carved from snow. For a brief moment of time they flashed their spendor around the world, then disappeared with a sudden completeness of the wild pigeon.' Samuel Eliot Morison, (Maritime History of Massachusetts) fi - • rib' ' Rep. James Oberstar Democratic Study Group where he serves as vice chairman. Elected to the House in 1974, Rep. Oberstar represents the Eighth Congressional District of Minnesota. This year, Oberstar has tossed his hat into the ring and is campaigning for the U.S. Senate from Minnesota. We need senators in the U.S. Senate like Jim Oberstar who recognize the essential economic benefits to the nation with a dramatic mar­ itime policy. At a recent conference at the Council of Lake Erie Ports, Ob­ erstar said, "The United States has been jolted by oil embar­ goes, grain embargoes, dairy embargoes, worldwide reces­ sion, massive intrusion by for­ eign government-owned and subsidized maritime competi­ tion, and still the national con­ sciousness has neither been alarmed into decisive action nor translated its concern into ef­ fective votes in Congress for legislation to bolster our mer­ chant marine. "We need a responsible, na­ tional self-interest approach to the rebuilding of our merchant fleet, a policy that recognizes that shipbuilding is a jobs pro­ gram, an industrial development program and a national security program." SIU has enthusiastically en­ dorsed Congressman James Ob­ erstar to the United States Sen­ ate. J' V ••3-r r«i, May 1984/LOG/II :V �>} • Area Vice Preeidents* Report • •f -fti :-• ;:J i - \ f1 ..Jl . -^ x .li'i — Gulf Coast, by VP. Joe Sacco kUR FIGHT to win the Dixie _ 'Carriers strike continues full force. This is a union-busting com­ pany and we intend to prove that point in court. A $21 million lawsuit brought by the Union against the company will be heard in the 165th State District Court in Harris, Texas. Right now, depositions are being taken from Dixie company officials. Some very important decisions will be made in a case against Dixie before the National Labor Rela­ tions Board in New Orleans. Furthermore, there is the strong possibility that the Union will bring other charges against the company in the near future. Our picketing, of course, continues where Dixie equipment docks are, and we are also pursuing our campaign to let the public know about Dixie's anti-labor practices. On another note, 1 am very much looking forward to what I'm sure will turn out to be an historic conference for our inland members. For the first time, a general conference for SlU inland Boatmen from around the country will take place beginning on June 3 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Running through June 8, the conference will include both licensed and unlicensed inland Boatmen. I'm happy to announce that a new three-year contract has been ratified at Crescent Towing by a vote of 131 to 3. Also, members are in the process of voting for a new contract at Radcliff Materials. In Jacksonville, there has been a significant increase in shipping with the recrewing of four ships. They are the Cheyenne and Comanche (both American Bulk Carriers); the Overseas Harriette (Maritime Overseas) and the Ogden Yukon Marine). In Houston, dver 100 active Seafarers and retirees participated in a rally on May 4 demanding more jobs. Also in that port, we crewed the Achilles (Newport Tankers) which was going to Portland, Ore. to pick up grain for Bangladesh and Pakistan. East Coast, by V.P. Leon Hall T THE END of this month, the SlUNA will hold its trien­ nial convention at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship in Piney Point, Md. Just prior to the convention, an important Fish and Cannery Con­ ference will be held at the school to deal with the many problems facing this segment of our workers. Out of the port of Gloucester, Mass., Mike Orlando, who repre­ sents our fishermen, will be dis­ cussing the difficulties facing fish­ ermen in the Northeast. Among other things, he'll talk about the unfair competition from imported Canadian fish, the need for tariffs, and the problems with insurance for fishing boats. In other news concerning our East Coast fishermen, there may be a strike in Gloucester by our members who work the pbgie boats. The menhaden pogie season, which usually runs through September, will be starting soon. The money our members would be earning would be so low that it would be impossible for them to make a living. If there's a strike, the three boats involved will be the Rockaway, the Ida and Joseph and the Italian Gold. I'll keep you informed on further developments. As the LOG goes to press, I'm attending the first of several Crews Conferences for SlU Boatmen at SONAT, whose headquarters are in Philadelphia. I'll give you more details on this conference in my next column. In Baltimore, Port Agent A1 Raymond reports that he filled 28 jobs aboard the SlU-contracted Long Lines (Transoceanic Cable) which is on her way to the Azores for a repair job. From the port of Norfolk comes word from SIU Rep Mike Paladino that the contract for SIU Boatmen at Sheridan has been ratified. Also in that port, there was a payoff onboard the SIU's newly-contracted ship, the SS Keystone State (Interocean Management). 12/LOG/May 1984 Xi - - .Li Great Lakes & Western Rivers, by V.P. Mike Sacco NEW three-year contract has been ratified by our members at Great Lakes Towing Co. Mean­ while, contract negotiations are continuing with the Dredge Own­ ers Association which represents a majority of the dredging com­ panies on the Lakes. Fitout of our deep draft SlUcontracted ships on the Lakes is almost complete. American Steamship is running 13 vessels and soon expects to fit out another one, the Adam E. Cornelius. A 15th American Steamship vessel may also be fitted out. Kinsmen is running two ships and should be fitting out two more shortly. ,. • . . Huron Cement is running three ships but this is on a day-to-day basis since there are shoreside problems. Pringle has fitted out two vessels and Erie Sand and Gravel has most of their equipment running. The 1,000-foot long 1TB Presque Isle (Litton Industries) is also running. She primarily sails between two harbors, Minneapolis, Minn, and Gary, Ind. ca:rrying ore pellets. One of our inland companies on the Lakes, Luedtke Engineering, is beginning a job in Lansing, Iowa as well as a harbor-deepening project in Ludington, Mich. That company is also continuing hydraulic work in Sandusky, Ohio. In St. Louis, the good weather and a surge in the grain trade has helped inland shipping pick up. Also in St. Louis, we helped Local 682 of the Teamsters during their recent successful strike. At nine different locations in the city where the strikers (mainly cement workers) were picketing, we gave out coffee and donuts. West Coast, by V.P. George McCartney 'HIPPING in the port of San >3] 'Francisco has been given a big boost recently by the crewing of two ships and the imminent crew­ ing of a third. The vessels we crewed were the tankers Manhattan (Hudson Waterways) and Falcon Countess (Titan Navigation). The crew of the Falcon Countess was flown to Singapore. Soon we will be flying out another full crew to her sister ship in the Far East, the Falcon Lady. However, up in the Northwest at Swan Island in Portland, Ore., two more SlU-contracted tankers have joined the other seven that are already laid up there. They are the Bay Ridge (Bay Tankers) and the Golden Endeavor (Apex). Meanwhile, in Beaver, Wash., two SlU-contracted Matson ships, on which we represent steward de­ partment members, have been in lay-up for nearly two years. They are the Maunawili and the Maunalei. In other news from the Seattle area, 125 of our Seafarers along with other union members, took part in an anti-Reagan rally outside a log-loading facility in Tacoma. Another demonstration in which the SIU took part was held down in the Wilmington, Calif, area. But this demonstration took place to support the Hotel and Restaurant Employees union which is on strike against a number of hotels and casinos in Las Vegas, Nev. The demonstration was held in downtown Los Angeles in front of the corporate headquarters of the Hilton Hotels. Also in Wilmington, our Seafarers are helping to elect Alexander Pope to a county supervisor's seat. The election comes up in June. Here in San Francisco, a spectacular fire destroyed Pier 32. This pier had been the home for SlU-contracted Delta Lines. But luckily for the company, it had moved about seven weeks ago to Pier 96. Finally, I and Seattle Port Agent George Yukmir want to extend our condolences to the family of Ed Kala. For over four years, Brother Kala had been the janitor at the Seattle hall. The former MC&S laundryman died of a massive heart attack. �OF SEAMANSHIP Hands-On Experience in Crane Operation Taught atSHLSS There s a lot of interest in cranes and crane handling these days; the Navy uses them for underway replenishment, the Merchant Marine uses them for cargo handling, and the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship uses them for training. Students in the Advanced Oceans course, A.B. Upgrading classes, and the Bosun Recertification Program learn a wide variety Piney Point Maryland that each course stresses is safety, Hand signals, working cargo and crane rigging are all important, but safety is the primary concern of the instructors and students at SHLSS. The careful rigging and unrigging of cargo is practical at SHLSS. ',.1' Using the proper hand signal Is Important to the safety of the crew and the cargo. May 1984/LOG/13 •fmm �mmmm^ , Vi^ J -i GET YOUR FUTURE MOVING Take the Diesel-Regular Course Offered at SHLSS Familiarizing students with both high and low-speed diesel engine operations is the goal of the five week Diesel-Regular course at SHLSS. Upon comple­ tion of the course, the student will be able to completely overhaul a diesel engine and its auxiliary equipment. The course has both classroom and shop training and covers both types of diesel engines as well as their contruction and principles of operation. The operation and maintenance of diesel plant aux­ iliary systems is also taught. In addition, the student receives training in the various systems of diesel engines: fuel, air, lubrication and exhaust. The use of gauges, meters and test instrurnents is covered too. This course is open to Seafarers who hold a QMED endorsement or have six months of service in the engine room onboard a tugboat. Herman Neeley pulls the reconduction gear off a Cummins engine. Michael (I.) and Mike Marth measure the cylinder lines. —QMED LISTING CHANGES -I-.: Ir--^ We have had a good response to the QMED listing that was published in the August 1983 issue of the LOG and have received several correc­ tions to that list. If you are a QMED please check the August list to verify our records of the courses you have taken. If you find any information to be incorriect send it, with the appropriate paperwork, to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Following is a list of corrections which have been made to the QMED list. Acktoy, G«eig« Adamaitls, Anthony Amtoraon, Raymond Ballesteros, Cosme Batman, DanM Bell, Archibald Buma, MMiael gerl^Steven Chappel, Earl CIpullo, Eimane Clark, Temn Clock, Raymond Conway, Thomas Crane, Raymond Damey, George Diaz, Robert Duncan, Charles 02/82 12/80 08/75 08/82 06/81 01/76 10«3 04/82 04/79 09/74 12/83 04/76 04/82 09/77 05/76 12/81 11/76 10/75 12/83 05/83 08/81 06/82 08/83 11/83 11/81 11/83 05/82 04/82 10/81 03/82 07/77 05/82 10/83 02/81 12/83 05/82 10/83 12/83 08/74 02/80 05/78 ^ 12/83 12/83 11/83 12/83 11/83 12/83 12/82 10/82 11/82 10/83 04/82 01/82 11/82 06/82 11/83 Edge, Richard Feaesovich, John Garcia, Alberto Gary, Thomas GIzzo, William Grendahl, Rueben Hemby, Clarence Hines, Donald Katt, William Kennedy, Charles Langford, Clarence Linton, John Llwag, Exequlel Maga, Thomas McCauley, Roy McGee, Joseph Mitchell, Clay Moche, Jr. Spero Murray, Brenda O'Toole, Michael Panko, DasrII Perdon, Sebastian Phillips, Donald Raba, John Reyes Jr. Frederick Russell, Paul Scrivens, Robert Shaw, Lloyd Skubna, Jimmy Slusser, William Stein, Warren Tremper, Michael Varela, James Zeller, Russell 12/83 04/75 07/80 04/79 04/81 06/82 03/74 12/73 12/80 10/83 12/76 10/83 03/73 02/73 09/74 04/83 12/81 12/80 05/83 04/75 12/82 03/81 07/81 12/82 12/78 08/79 04/82 03/76 08/82 02/77 12/76 05/74 07/81 07/75 12/83 05/82 11/83 10/81 10/81 10/82 12/82 06/83 12/81 11/81 12/82 04/82 02/78 10/82 11/81 11/83 05/82 12/83 11/82 04181 12/83 if 10/83 12/82 02/83 10/83 12/81 04/82 09/74 12/83 11/83 12/83 10/83 10/77 10/81 06/77 06IB3, 11/81 11/83 11/81 11/83 09/78 10/81 10/83 05/82 10/81 12/82 11/83 10/82 10/83 12/83 11/83 05/82 11/83 11/83 01/82 11/83 10/83 03/81 12/83 02/83 04/81 05/79 11/80 11/81 07/83 11/80 12/83 ion2 10/83 11/83 11/83 04/81 04/81 01/81 12/83 12/83 04/82 12/83 02/77 11/83 02777 11/82 11/83 11/83 SHLSS COURSE GRADUATES Refrigeration Front row I. to r.; Ken Browning, Albert A. Brown, Steve Bigelow. Second row 1. to r.: Imro Solomons, Gene Speckman, Mike Marth, George Darney, Raymond S. Brownlee, Ed Bloomfleld, Eric Malzkuhn (Instructor), Randy L. Frazler. 14/LOG/May 1984 • r.mm Marine Electronics Front row I. to r.: Danny Johnson, W.A. Smith, Victor DeGroot. Second row I. to r.: Carl Castagna, Charles Smith, Spurgeon Simpson Jr., Rene R. Rosarlo. Able Seaman Front row I. to r.: Tommy Benton, Roan Lightfoot, Victor Kelsey, Marvin Heniy, Gary Cardlllo. Second row I. to r.; Abe Easter (Instructor), Tom "Whitey" Wlehl, Philip Parlsl, Paul Corolan, Paul Lewis, James Wetz. Third row I. to r.: Dan Bullark, Pete Platania, David Farrell. �.-Tlllr- M, '>i Apply Now for an SHLSS Upgrading Course Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Upgrading Application wfj W V I Name (Last) Date of Birth (Middle) (tirst) Address. Mo./Day/Year (Street) _ (City) (State) Telephone (Zip Code) Deep Sea Member • ' Inland Waters Member • Social Security ^ Book// Date Book Was Issued. (Area Code) Lakes Member • : Pacific C Seniority . Port Presently .Registered ln_ Port Issued. Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held. Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes Trainee Program: From No n (if yes, fill in below) to (dates attended) No • (if yes, fill in below) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes Course(s) Taken -m' Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: • Yes No • Firefighting: • Yes No • CPR: C Yes No Date Available for Training ^ ^ I Am interested in the Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed ALL DEPARTMENTS ENGINE DECK • Tankerman • AB Unlimited • AB Limited • AB Special • Ouartennaster • Towboat Operator inland • Towboat Operator Not More Than 200 Miles LJ Towboat Operator (Over 200 Miles) • Celestial Navigation • Master inspected Towing Vessel • Mate inspected Towing Vessel • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate Celestial Navigation [J Third Mate • FOWT • • • • • • • • • • OMED—Any Rating Maiihe Electronics Marine Electrical Maintenance Pumproom Maintenance A Operation AutorrMtion Maintenance of Shipboard Refrigeration Systems Diesel Engines Assistant Engineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) Chief Engineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) Third Asst. Ettgineer (Motor Inspected) C Welding • Ufeboatman ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High Scfwol Equivalency Program (GED) Developinental Studies • English as a Second Language (ESL) i STEWARD No transportation will t>e paid unless you present original receipts after course completion. ' • • C [I • COLLEGE PROGRAM Assistant Cook Cook a Baker Chief Cook Steward Towtroat Inland Cook Nautical Science Certificate Program SctiolarshipAAfork Program RECORD OF EMPLOYMENT TIME—(Show only amount needed to upgrade in rating noted above or attach letter of service, whichever is applicable.) VESSEL SIGNATURE RATING HELD DATE SHIPPED DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center, Piney Point, MD. 20674 May 1984 / LOG A15 fmUU �^Upgrading Course Schedule ,« June Through August 1984 •., Programs Geared to Improve Job Skills And Promote U.S. Maritime Industry i -f ^ Following are the updated course schedules for June through August 1984 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. For convenience of the membership, the course schedule Is separated into five categories: engine department courses; deck department courses; steward department courses; recertiflcation programs; adult education courses. The starting and completion dates for all courses are also listed. Inland Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are preparing to upgrade are advised to enroll in the courses of their choice as early as possible. Although every effort will be made to help every member, classes will be limited in size—so sign up early. Class schedules may be changed to reflect membership demands. SlU Representatives in ali ports will assist members in preparing applications. The following classes will be held through August 1984 as listed below: f-?: Engine Upgrading Courses Course Refrigeration Systems, Maintenance & Operations Fireman/Watertender & Oiler QMED Marine Electronics Welding Tankerman Third Assistant Engineer Diesel - Regular 'I- • :T; • .; • ". Completion Date June 17 August 3 August 12 September 27 August 5 July 8 July 8 June 17 June 10 October 26 August 17 August 10 June 28 August 17 August 5 September 7 Deck Upgrading Courses '-rfi I'i I'. / Check-In Date Aduit Education Courses Check-In/ Compietlon Date Course Length of Course Developmental Studies June 18 July 9 August 27 June 22 July 13 August 31 (GEO) High School Equivalency Program (ESL) English as a Second Language (ABE) Adult Basic Education Open-ended Open-ended Open-ended Steward Upgrading Courses Course Check-In/ Completion Date Length off Course Assistant Cook Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward bi-weekly bi-weekly bi-weekly monthly varies varies varies varies - efWJt'?!*"- ~ The Future Is Now Are You Ready for It? Take the SHLSS GED Program O SeafarcK Hany lundeberg School ft _>I . ». r •• Course • Lifeboatman Celestial Navigation/ Towboat Operator Celestial Navigation/ Third Mate Quartermaster iW JoA i Towboat OperatorLicence Preparation/ Upgrade •Sjf li • 'i"!- 1' 1' Check-In Date Completion Date June 3 June 24 June 29 July 27 July 15 August 17 June 24 August 26 June 24 August 10 October 12 August 31 Recertification Programs 'Ji Couree '1 Bosun Recertification August 26 Steward Recertification October 21 I':" le/LCXB/May 1984 4,.... Check-In Date J Compietion Date October 8 December 3 I The Adult Education Department at the^ Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship offers a high school equivalency program. Over 1700 seafarers have aheady received their GED diplomas at SHLSS. No matter when you left school or what your age, this program can help you. The classes are small and designed to meet your specific needs and interests while receiving the basic skills necessary to pass the exam. With the everchanging needs of the maritime industry, Education is your key to the future. Take your first step by enrolling in the GED program. Contact SHLSS Adult Education Department or fill out the Upgrading application in this issue of the Log �'frP • '-'li 1$ i : ;.r :.vli Richard Thoe—Mobile Frank ConwayNew Orleans Revisions to the SlU Stewards Guide were adopted at the confer­ ence following recommendations of a special subcommittee which included (I. to r.) Robert Campbell, Jimmy Golder and Robert Outlaw. May 1984/LOG/17 �Lakes Shipping Resumes St. Clair's Ice Floes Fli When an SlU-contracted auto ferry could no longer get through a massive sheet of ice on the St. Clair River, marooned Hansens Island residents received transport assistance from the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Bristol Bay that took residents to the mainland to work until the ice cleared. m Three SlU members standing in front of the Algonac hall survey damage to a dock sustained by an ice floe on the St. Clair River. They are (I. to r.) Loyde Rockwell, AB; Lynn Miner, AB; and Biagio Russo, porter. HfiW Variable Rate U.S. Savings Bonds ...links to your prosperoHS fftoture 18/LOG/May 1984 4ijr^ Thaw, Flow Away Late season snowfall and a shift in westerly winds to the northeast insulated and moved a 40-mile sheet of ice into the narrow St. Clair River from Lake Huron, halting vessels from leaving ports and stranding 100 others in what is believed to be the worst winter thaw on the Great Lakes. The ice jam that impeded nav­ igation on the St. Clair for 15 days in mid-April brought mar­ itime trade in the nation's heart­ land to a virtual stop, backing up traffic at either end of the river that is a vital link in a channel connecting lakes Hu­ ron, Erie, Superior and Michi­ gan. On the St. Lawrence Sea­ way, Canadian silo-to-ship grain transfers were also affected by April's erratic nature. Delays on the river cost ves­ sel operators $20,000 to $25,000 for each day a ship was unable to fulfill scheduled cargo deliv­ ery, a total projected loss of $22.5 million according to the Lake Carriers Association. During the last weekend in April, the spring temperatures climbed and gusty winds buf­ feted the Lakes region. The ice, turned "the consistency of a Slurpee," was densely packed to 15-foot depths and broke loose from the bottleneck's most northerly banks of the St. Clair River. American and Canadian Coast Guard cutters which had been called to the river to escort con­ voys of lakers and ocean-going vessels waiting their turn to pass through the jam during daylight hours were able to chisel through the ice on April 30. Traffic re­ sumed. "It's finished. We have opened the river to unlimited naviga­ tion," a U.S. Coast Guard rep­ resentative announced from Cleveland. Navigation on the Great Lakes had begun two weeks early, in mid-March, to accommodate a need for iron ore at steel mills in the region. Most of the ships were des­ tined to the upper Lakes, having deposited cargoes at lower Lake ports. Several vessels were coal carriers. But "as many as 87 of the freighters that transport iron ore for the steel mills of the lower Middle West and carry Great Plains grain to world mar­ kets were idled, and lines of anchored ships stretched down the Detroit River and into Lake Erie," according to a New York Times report. The ice acted like a vacuum, adhering to hulls and ships' screws. Ships with and without Coast Guard escort became trapped, many for days as the ice quickly filled in behind the cutters' lead path. SIU ships awaiting passage through the jam included among their number seven American Steamship Co. vessels and ships operated by Pringle Transit Co., Huron Cement Co. and Kingsman Station Co., according to SIU Algonac Patrolman Joe Sigler. An SIU manned auto ferry which provides daily shuttle service to the several hundred residents of Hansens Island to the mainland near Algonac's SIU hall was having difficulty mak­ ing the river crossing. Coast Guard cutters made the run for 10 days. Ironically, a quarter of a cen­ tury ago to the day, April 25, the parade on the Lakes was quite another occasion. There were crowds and confetti as elegant liners anchored along­ side St. Lawrence Seaway ports for the first time. The occasion was the birth of ocean shipping on the Great Lakes with the ceremonious opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway, "the Fourth Seacoast" as it was called. The Great Lakes has never been able to overcome a short­ ened shipping season due to the weather. During the '70s and '80s, recession years. Great Lakes shipping declined until in recent years there has been a slight increase in trade. The Seaway handles about one-half its shipping capacity. Industry forecasters on April 25 were wondering how the thaw would affect things. Even then they said they do not expect the April weather will have a bear­ ing on the total year-end vol­ umes and the recent steady in­ crease. By May 1, icy April was gone. "The sheet of ice is moving," Joe Sigler confirmed. "There are 18 miles of ice left to go from the river into Lake St. Clair, and when the river moves it usually mean summer is here." �J.^»" - yw,- -"•• ••» 1 ''1 Seafarers to tfie Rescue SlU's Independence Saves Man From One-way Voyage Mickey Weems just intended to do a bit of paddling off the island of Maui, Hawaii on Jan. 27. The wind and the currents, however, had set him on his way to a solo voyage across the Pacific Dcean. But in the dark, with winds of about 20 to 30 knots and 8foot seas, the crew of the SIUcontracted 5.5. Independence (American-Hawaii Cruises) spotted the stranded Weems clinging to his small craft (a cross between a kayak and a surfboard) and rescued the 26year-old Maui resident. Because it was impossible to maneuver the large ship close enough to bring him aboard a side port. Seafarers manned the motor-launch to retrieve Weems and bring him aboard. While the launch was being lowered, other crewmembers tossed life rings into the water and manned a spotlight to keep Weems in sight during the operation. Earlier in the day, Weems set off from Maui to the island of Lanai, about 10miles. "I started back about 3:30 p.m. The cur­ rent helped me but the wind and the waves were in the wrong direction," he said. OS Mike Presser and Joiner Bill Anderson help Mickey Weems onboard the Independence after his rescue. Fireman Leslie Lorber helps Weems after his rescue. The SIU crew and officers who manned the rescue boat which plucked Mickey Weems from the sea include Douglas Stahl, carpenter; OS Donald Malozi; Bosun Mate Rudy Santos; Capt. Lawrence Kelley; First Officer Mark Zarynoff; AB Chris Curcio; OS Mike Presser; OS Mark Pearson and AB Gary Snodgrass. • i •W SIU crewmembers raise the rescue launch aboard the Independence. With the wind picking up, it knocked his small craft over and the currents began carrying him past the islands and out to sea. The Independence had been an­ chored off Lanai. "Just before dark, it [the ship] began to grow larger. I thought I was hallucinating. Then I re­ alized it was coming toward me. I don't know how it happened but it passed about 25 yards from me. I was yelling at the top of my voice," Weems said. After he was pulled from the water, cold and tired but not injured, he was the special guest at a party that night. Later the SIU crew took up a collection to raise money for his airfare back to Maui and he was taken to Honolulu the next day to catch his plane ... a much less eventful trip. SIU crewmembers Mark Pearson, Chris Curcio, Mike Presser, Jim Palumberi (boat engineer), Gary Snodgrass and Bill Anderson raise the rescue boat back aboard. May 1984/LOG/19 .'UU �•r V LI:',' sfntfJUsJ " V -• •- .:' -5, - -=...;. • ^ •-7- ' j= - --' • •", r-. . •' n - i.^.. *,=S'J:ps«ali^ir^^'tC-sfa -- •"<";.y .-"-• • LOG Photo Contest Winners Chosen #• 5i : L: J V'' I • Honorable Mention: "Breakwater Construction" was taken at the Luedtke Engineering Co. in Lake City, Minn, by Norman P. Guild of GDetzville, Mich. First Place, Color: Taken aboard the Sea-Land Charleston by B. Isenstadt, AB, from Glendale, N.Y. L ast June, when the LOG photo contest was first an­ nounced, we weren't quite sure of the response we would re­ ceive. We got off to a slow start, and in December the entry deadline was extended a few more months. The wait was well worth it. We had a difficult time select­ ing from among the many ex­ cellent nhotos we received. But in the end, we made our choices. One first place winner was selected in the category of black/white photos and one for color photos, with the others receiving honorable mention awards. We believe the winning pho­ tos on these two pages give a real feeling for the life of a Seafarer-^the majesty and peace of the open ocean, the power of an ocean storm, the loneliness of the seafaring life, the welcome signs of home. Our first place winners will receive an SIU cap and jacket; the honorable mentions will receive an SIU cap. We thank all of you who participated in this contest. And remember— the LOG always welcomes pic­ tures from you. First Place, BlackAAfhite: "Dad Going Back to Sea" is the title pf this photo by Marvin Mason (St. Petersburg Beach, Fla.) of his son, Matthew. .-W- Honorable Mention: These beautiful cloud formations were taken by Michael Bentley of Brooklyn, N.Y. 'a!t --•" - -t.. ... • 3-1 ' - "J - w "- A . -'J I • f V-'. • :„:. • Honorable Mention: Here's a shot from the wing of the El Paso Arzew, taken during a storm in the North Atlantic by J. David Stemrich of Allentown, Pa. Honorable Mention: "1st of Chicago" was snapped by Norman P. Guild of Goetzville, Mich. Honorable Mention: Rudi Rabe from Trenton, Mich, sent us this photo of a Crowley barge outbound from Texas City. i::: 11 Bipir- ".V �SSSeSSBIBBHaH ..t'vr.. ttl bt Seafarers International Union of North America. AFL CIO WASHINGTON REPORT President Reagan dominated the news recently with his trip to China. Nothing much was settled, but he looked good and probably helped his chances for re-elec­ tion. His smiling, friendly manner seems to reassure people. Unfortunately, there is a gap between the picture that he paints of the world and what is actually happen­ ing. So far at least, the Democrats are giving U him a free ride. There is a great deal to question in his performance so far, both domestically and as leader of the free world. People have been talking about the Olympics—why did the Soviets do it?— the $22 million lotto, and the seemingly inexplicable collapse of the New York Yankees, who are mired in the cellar of the Eastern Division of the American League. Yet the biggest story right now is the departure of Martin Feldstein from the government. Why Feldstein? Because Feldstein, who was President Reagan's chief economic advisor, was the one figure in the Reagan administration willing to tell the truth about the mounting budget deficits. This has not endeared him to the other officials in the Reagan administration, who are more con­ cerned about getting re-elected than with confronting what is fast becoming the most important issue of the past 20 years. The economic recovery that President Reagan likes to talk about is built on sand. . The budget deficits, which are expected to top a trillion dollars over the next four years, are being ignored. Yet they will almost certainly drive interest rates past the point where they were a year ago, when the country was in the worst reces­ sion since the Great Depression. As it now stands, the bottom will prob­ ably fall out of the American economy sometime after the November election. We can expect another round of high interest rates, increased inflation and rampant unemployment. And the pity is that there is still time to do something about the problem, but nobody seems to care. GRASSROOTS On April 14, several thousand people poured into SIU halls across the country to listen to officials talk about the grass­ roots program: the issues that prompted the SIU to launch the program and the things that each person can do to make sure that it is a success, n The April 14 meeting was not a oneshot deal. It was just the beginning of a long-term program that will last until the November election and hopefully beyond. Shortly after the April 14 meeting. Pres­ ident Drozak conducted a tour of 21 cities '4 where he talked to politicians, labor offi­ cials and community leaders about the 22/LOG/May 1984 May 1984 Legislative, Administrative and Regulatory Happenings problems facing the American-flag mer­ chant marine. The tour ended in New York, where President Drozak's message was warmly received. The highlight of the New York meeting came when Drozak opened the discussion up to the audience. Dozens of leading citizens pledged to help the American-flag merchant marine. Carol Herman, a salty assemblywoman who has maintained close ties with the Labor Movement, was so impressed by the presentation that she promised "to get my ass back to Albany to spread the word. There's a lot that can be done on a local level, and I intend to do it." COMMERCE STATISTICS The economy is not the only thing being ignored in Washington. The ability of this country to defend its overseas interests is also being ignored. Statistics released by the Commerce Department show that the American mar­ itime industry has reached its lowest point since the start of World War II. There are now fewer than 560 vessels in the Amer­ ican registry, a drop of some 1500 since the Korean War. The ability of a country to transport troops and cargo overseas in the event of an international crisis is tied directly to the health of its merchant fleet. While potential hot-spots have multiplied over the past few yiears, the ability of this country to bring troops and cargo to these hot-spots has diminished. Ironically, the same administration that has allowed this country's sealift capabil­ ity to dwindle to the point of no return is the same administration that has increased spending for the Defense Department by tens of billions of dollars. Taken separately or as a whole, it is hard to find the logic in many of the administration's actions. To give just one example: the Reagan Administration has fought tooth and nail to protect funding for the MX system. It fought just as hard to eliminate funding for the Construction Differential Subsidy program. The MX system, which costs $2 billion, will be obsolete before it is ever built. The Construction Differential Sub­ sidy, a relative bargain at $100 million, helped this country maintain a minimum shipbuilding base. GREAT LAKES Efforts to achieve year-round shipping on the Great Lakes received a serious setback when the House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries removed a winter navigation provision from a $13 billion water rights bill. The proposal, which would have au­ thorized $600 million for new equipment and construction to keep the locks icefree and to extend the shipping season, would have helped to revive the moribund mid-west economy, which has not fully recovered from the last recession. INSIDERS REPORT The House Merchant Marine Subcom­ mittee held meetings on H.R. 3289, a bill that seeks to establish a blue-ribbon com­ mission to study the defense aspects of the American-flag merchant marine. The highlight of the meeting came when Capt. Vladil Lysenko, who served with the Soviet merchant marine for 30 years before defecting to the West in 1975, carefully outlined the close relationship between the Soviet-flag merchant marine and the defense forces. Particularly effective were the captain's observations of his own training. "I know," he said, "the role which passenger vessels would play as hospital ships and freighters would assume as base or mother ships for the submarines of the Soviet navy. We were trained in chemical and radiological warfare procedures as well. And then there are the intelligence missions that the merchant and fishing fleets do." ALASKAN OIL One of the few bright spots for the ^ American-flag merchant marine came ear­ lier this year when both the House aq^ the Senate extended the ban on the export of Alaskan oil. The move probably saved thousands of jobs for American seaman at a time when they could ill-afford to lose them. In order for the bill to be passed into law. Senate and House conferees must work out a compromise version of the Export Administration Act, which con­ tained the ban. While a final version of the compromise bill has not been reached. Senate and House conferees have ac­ cepted a House-passed provision extend­ ing the export ban at least until 1987. That date, however, is subject to change once the conferees agree to an expiration date for the entire new law. READ AMERICAN The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee last month ap­ proved a measure requiring that certain U.S. overseas mail be carried on U.S.flag merchant vessels. The bill, S. 188, which was sponsored by Sen.^ Daniel K. Inouye (D-Hawaii), would give American vessels preference to haul mail at rates lawful under the 1984 Shipping Act or at fair and reasonable rates to the government. If two or more American-flag operators seek to c^rry mail on the same route, competitive bidding would be required. No companion bill has been introduced in the House, and no floor action has yet been scheduled in the Senate. , i �'.*v •*•'"**'-•- -if-^:^ ^r,, -,. 'ii}--: SlU's Jade Phoenix Leaves Old Tonnage Record In the (Grain) Dust The Jade Phoenix (Titan Navigation), shown here offloading, wheat at Shafaga, Egypt last year, just broke her own record for the largest grain shipment ever carried on a U.S.-flag ship. The Jade Phoenix left Seattle Wash, with a load of 112,500 tons of wheat for Egypt last month. That massive load of grain broke the old record of 110,000 tons the Jade Phoenix set last year. But maybe even more important than the size of the shipment was the cost, which has dropped some 43 percent because of the ship's large capacity and efficiency. The U.S. government, which footed the bill under the PL 480 program, saved $4.3 million on this shipment alone, proving that if given the chance, Americans sail ships that can compete with the rest of the world. Maritime Defense Study Moves in House Action Despite administration op­ position, the House Merchant Marine subcommittee marked up and passed along to the full committee a proposal to estab­ lish an expert, blue-ribbon panel to study the decline of the mer­ chant marine and its role in the nation's defense, and how to solve these problems. If adopted and signed into law, the panel would consist of seven members from shipbuild­ ing and shipping labor and in­ dustry groups, plus a member from each house of Congress. In earlier hearings, SIU Presi­ dent Frank Drozak suggested the commission be expanded from the original five members. A deadline for the commision's report also was included, with the preliminary report due June 15,1985 and the final report Sept. 30, 1985. "The Reagan administration said during hearings that there was no need for such a study group because the problems of the fleet and its defense capa­ bilities were already part of the departments of Defense and Transportation. "They've had three years to figure out what to do, how to make sure that the U.S. fleet can meet its defense demands, and what have they have done? The number of ships continues to shrink and the Army admits there is not enough capacity to meet its needs in an emergency. So maybe somebody ej^e ought to handle the problem and come up with some answers," Drozak said. The main areas of the com­ mission's copcern would in­ clude the full spectrum of the national security role of the merchant marine, including sealift capability and mainte­ nance of a strong shipbuilding and repair base. "The commission should rec­ ommend well-crafted solutions. Its findings and recommenda­ tions should be publicized widely. The lack of public un­ derstanding about maritime and its vital role in national security is one of the reasons this essen­ tial industry has been all but ignored. We believe that public awareness of present conditions, will result in broad support for proposals to solve maritime problems," Drozak said. Freak Wave Damages SIU Fishing Vessel On Georges Bank GLOUCESTER, MASS An SlU-contracted fishing boat suffered $40,000 in damages re­ cently when a freak wave hit the vessel 120 miles from shore. The 96-foot trawler. Global Enterprise, had been out fishing five days on Georges Bank when at 9:30 p.m. on March 20 a huge wall of water shattered two of the four windows in the front of the pilot house. There was more than a foot of water in the pilot house. The captain, Cecilio Cecilio, said he let the Global Enterprise "go fair wind to get away from the seas." Plywood was put over the shattered windows. One of the boat's radios still worked and a vessel out of New Bedford was beside the Global Enterprise in 25 minutes and escorted her to Gloucester. May 1984/LOG/23 �•ii • SlU Health Talk Cancer: Prevention Best Cure, Here's How B efore today, you may not have thought of cancer and good news togetlfer. Now, though, the news about cancer is getting better—the best news is about cancer prevention. In the past few years, scien­ tists have identified many causes of Cancer. Today it is known that about 80 percent of cancer cases are tied to the way people live their lives. For example, the foods they eat, the work they do, and whether they smoke all affect their likelihood of getting cancer. Once you know some of the factors that increase the possi­ bility that you might get cancer, you can take some control over them. Some are hard to con­ trol—like your work environ­ ment; but others are easy—like eating good foods. This column tells you some things you can do every day to help protect yourself from cancer. Help Yourself •A-, A nswer the following ques­ tions to identify your own personal risks of developing cancer. If you answer yes to any of these questions, there is something you can do to protect yourself. Check the chart in this column. 1. Do you smoke? cigarettes _ pipes _ cigars _ yes yes yes no no no 2. Do you use smokeless to­ bacco products? chewing tobacco snuff yes yes no no 3. Do you often work or play in the sun? yes no 4. Are you taking estrogens? yes Facts On Cancer Risk Factors Known Risk Factor no Alcohol 5. Do you work with or near industrial cancer-causing agents, such as asbestos, nickel, uranium, chromates, petroleum, vinyl chloride? yes no 6. Do you have X-rays taken frequently? yes no high in fats? fried foods whole milk/ cheeses fatty meats potato chips yes no yes no yes no yes no Cigarettes, Cigars, Pipes Y The habits that help protect you from cancer are many of the same ones that help keep you feeling healthy and fit. Heavy drinking, espe­ cially with smoking; increased risk of mouth, throat, liver and esophagus cancer. If you drink alcohol, do so only in modera­ tion. (One or two drinks per day is con­ sidered moderate.) Increased risk of lung -cancer. For cigarette smokers, 10 times that of nonsmokers. Don't smoke. Lowtar, low-nicotine ciga­ rettes do not eliminate risk of getting cancer. Increased risk of mouth cancer. Don't use smokeless tobacco products. Estrogens (for meno­ pause) Long-term, high-dose use; increased risk of cancer of the uterus. Take estrogens only as long as necessary. Occupation Exposure to one or a combination of certain known cancer-causing industrial agents (nickel, chromate, ura­ nium, asbestos, petro­ leum, vinyl chloride) in many cases with smoking; increased risk of several can­ cers. Know and follow health and safety rules of your workplace. If provided, wear protec­ tive clothing; use safety equipment (masks, respirators, etc.). Don't smoke. X-rays Overexposure (for ex­ ample, a large number of X-rays over a long period of time); in­ creased risk of many types of cancers. Avoid X-rays that , aren't medically needed. Be sure X-ray shields are used to protect other parts of your body when possi­ ble. Sunlight Long exposure and no sunscreen protection; increased risk of skin cancer. Don't stay in the sun for more than brief pe­ riods of time without protection (hats, long sleeves, long pants, sunscreen lotions). no ou can control many of the factors that cause -cancer. This means that you can help protect yourself from the possi­ bility of getting cancer. You can decide how you're going to live your life—^which habits you will keep and which ones you will change. Action Chewing Tobacco, Snuff 8. Do you have more than two drinks of an alcoholic bev­ erage per day? yes The Risk AO OAf£ U/r£$ TO WORK WITH A dUNK/B a TOU'RB A PROFESSIOm SEAMAN RULE A/ARCOTtCS OUT/ 24/LOG/May 1984 T" �i; -,M'- s, „ I. ' • '•••; «s4fii '/•-• vV' > SlU Scholarships Open College Doors for Eight Kerry Kenny The Seafarers' Charlie Logan Scholarship Program has awarded eight "winners" a combined total of $70,000 in scholarship grants, enabling these young people to see their dreams become reality. Seafarer Stephan McGurgan, 27, of Providence, R.I., is the winner of the $10,000 four-year Seaman award. Brother Mc­ Gurgan sails as an AB and was graduated from SHLSS in 1977. During his teen years, Mc­ Gurgan held a variety of odd jobs working his way through high school. Stephan's goal is to earn a Master's degree in Fine Arts from the Rhode Island School of Design where he is currently completing his second sophomore semester. His alternate. Seafarer Alan Black, 29, of Charles City, Va., is a 1979 SHLSS graduate and sails as a QMED. He has at- Michael Uniacke Dead Ahead! tended Virginia Commonwealth University and Virginia Poly­ technic Institute. His goal is to specialize in both international and admiralty law. Special Seaman Award win­ ner Russell Williams, 27, of Se­ attle, Wash., has his third mate's license and hails from a seafaring family. Williams' father sailed during World War II and his uncle is presently an active seafarer. Williams plans to study for a degree in English compo­ sition and become fluent in the Spanish language at the Uni­ versity of Washington where he is currently enrolled. Winner of the two-year award, Seaman Joseph Frassetta Jr., 29, of Springfieldj Penn., has sailed with SIU for six years where he achieved his Aseniority rating. Brother Fras­ setta is now attending Penn State University where he is majoring in forestry and wildlife. Upon graduation, Frassetta plans on joining the Peace Corps, "where I will help others to help them­ selves." Also a winner of the two-year award. Brother Michael Un­ iacke, 24, of Mandham, N.J., sailed as an AB and was grad­ uated from SHLSS in 1977. With the Charlie Logan Scholarship, Uniacke will continue his stud­ ies at Seminar College at the New School of Social Research. "My plan," said Uniacke, "is to hone the skills that will make me more effective as ah edu­ cator and administrator." Their alternate is Seafarer Mark Clark, 26, of Eatontown, N.J., who attained his Aseniority in 1980 at SHLSS. Brother Clark has applied to Rutgers University where his major field of study will be busi­ ness management. Dependent winner Conrad Chavez, 18, of Seattle, Wash., is the son of deep-sea Seafarer Vincent Chavez who sails on the Sea-Land Liberator. Con­ rad has had a prestigious high school career and hopes to pur­ sue a career in architecture and urban planning. Now in his sophomore year, Conrad will continue to study toward his goal at Seattle University. Dependent winner George Curry, 17, of Philadelphia, Penn., is the stepson of Seafarer Joseph Catherman. Brother Catherman is a deckhand em­ ployed by McAllister Brothers Towing Company. An honor George Curry studept at West Catholic High School, George has applied to Drexel University where he will study mechanical engineering. Dependent winner Kerry Kenny, 17, of Hephzibah, Ga., is the son of Chief Steward Car­ roll Kenny who has sailed with SIU since 1944. Kerry was not only the student council presi­ dent of Hephzibah High School but the treasurer of its Latin and science clubs as well. Kenny has applied to the University of Georgia where he will start in its pre-medical program. Dependent winner Lisa Wolf, 17, of Elmhurst, N.Y., is the daughter of AB Seafarer Ronald Wolf. Active in all aspects of high school life with her partic­ ipation in St. Vincent Ferrer High School's Glee Club, Guitar Seafarers Poetry by Todd Johnson (written to encourage today's many bright men and women who plan on making the sea their life to take advantage of the upgrading oppor­ tunities available at Piney Point) With a brain out of gear, work clothes on, A case of beer that won't suffice. You sail the seven seas, for this is the life Of a working man's paradise. "Puf down that gangway! Heave up those lines!" You've heard those words before. But you're the fool, not tne, my friend. For the School awaits to offer you so much more. An attempt to make a real quick buck Got your picture all across the town. A little bit, not even alright. But a kilo?? You can't flush down. So study hard, keep you head on straight (That piece of paper plays a wonderful tune). And don't look back, as you enter the door That reads atop—*'Saloon. Beached for good, no road to follow. You search for a trusting friend. And with it you find the bottle (Along with broken dreams that won't mend). Lisa Wolf Club and Library Club, Lisa was also the homeroom repre­ sentative for the Student Coun­ cil. Lisp has been a "candy striper" at St. John's Hospital in Queens and at Manhattan's Eye, Ear, Throat Hospital. She is now a volunteer at the East Eye Clinic. Lisa hopes to ac­ quire a Bachelor of Science de­ gree in nursing from Hunter College. Dependent alternate Philip Ho, 18, of San Francisco, Calif., is the son of retired Chief Steward Jung Kong Ho. Philip is a senior at Sacred Heart High School where he competes in intra­ mural sports. Applying to the University of California at Berkley, Ho will pursue a career in computer science. We congratulate edl these '.'winners," and SIU Lundeberg stetsons from around the coun­ try and the world are thrown in the air to toast these scholarship winners' continued success. -'y .1 'i.r. Mark Clark A better road to follow is to shoot for the stars. For your mind is worth more than priceless jade. So, get off your butt, get in your time,. And strive for better pay— UPGRADE!! (Continued from Page 2.) roots campaign to bring the message of our members and our industry to the people and to the candidates in their own backyards. We are going to fight to pro­ tect the job security of our mem­ bership wherever and whenever we must. May 1984/LOG/25 - ft,: iiir �Personals Aboard the Transcolumbia Directory of Ports Relatives of Clayton Englund Will the relatives of the late Clayton Englund please get in touch with Kody Smith, Rte 7, Box 362, Bay Saint Louis, Miss. 39520 or call (601) 467-2538. George Marton It is very important that you immediately contact-Claude J. Nonnette re. a death in the fam­ ily. Call (206) 322-4675. Vincent Raul Rodriguez Please contact your daughter Cynthia Marie Rodriguez at 1020 Eaver #223, Palmdale, Calif. 93550, or telephone (805) 2735080. The Transcolumbia (Hudson Waterways) was in Long Beach, Calif, recently, where photographer Dennis Lundy caught these crewmembers at work in the galley. They are (I. to r.): Lawrence Banks, steward/baker; Walter Orzechawski, 3rd cook; and John Foster, a saloon mess. } • Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea April 1-30, 1984 ^ ' "TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Port Gloucester New York.......... Philadelphia.... Baltimore Norfolk Mobile NewOrleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilminoton Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston Piney Point 1/ . Class C 3 2 0 .72 17 0 11 7 0 10 4 1 12 9 0 9 1 0 43 6 0 44 16 5 25 10 0 18 16 0 31 11 0 5 5 0 7 15 1 36 8 0 000 Tohls . .... Port Gloucester NewYork Philadelphia........... Baltimore Norfolk........ Mobile NewOrleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle PuertoRico Honolulu Houston Piney Point Totals TOTAL SHIPPED .' Port Gloucester NewYork Philadelphia Baltimore.... Norfolk........ Mobile NewOrleans ................ Jacksonville San Francisco Wiimington Seattie PuertoRico ;.... '... Honoluiu Houston Piney Point .; Totals 326 127 1 56 5 5 6 i 9 34 ' 30 15 20 27 2 1 35 0 246 1 12 5 1 5 5 9 14 7 7 12 4 8 8 0 98 7 All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 57 16 0 0 2 0 14 16 0 10 4 0 18 11 0 19 2 0 22 11 0 20 2 0 9 6 0 28 14 0 16 10 0 2 15 2 24 5 0 040 239 118 . STEWARD DEPARTMENT 120 000 33 8 0 32 14 0 31 0 21 0 7 2 0 7 6 0 4 0 0 1 5 0 4 1 0 5 5 0 20 3 0 21 5 0 13 5 0 13 6 0 19 27 1 14 26 0 4 7 0 4 7 0 18 7 1 15 11 0 5 0 0.5 4 0 3 26 22 0 47 63 18 2 0 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 152 91 24 123 146 63 2 19 5 4 1 2 24 14 11 1 7 3 2 15 0 110 4 88 10 12 26 9 24 23 80 22 27 9 93 25 16 468 0 4 0 0 0 0 1 2 7 0 2 1 112 0 0 129 Totals All DapartmontS 834 784 170 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 4 0 0 1 .0 0 0 2 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 . 26 9 0 0 .1 0 0 1 .3 0 0 0 2 2 0 0 10 2 0 0 28 0 0 3 21 6 0 1 12 1 0 0 7 7 0 0 22 15 0 0 9 4 0 5 1 34 36 0 12 2 0 0 0 4 0 10 154 86 36 Port Gloucester NewYork Philadelphia.... Baltimore Norfolk Mobile NewOrleans ....". Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle PuertoRico Honolulu Houston Piney Point Totals... Trip Relish ' ""REGISTERED DN BEACH Class A All Groups Class B Class C 6 5 1 145 52 0 10 6 0 13 6 1 30 27 0 28 7 0 117 23 1 72 25 9 73 35 2 53 39 0 59 36 1 10 7 0 7 30 1 107 34 1 000 7 730 332 17 0 1 0 0 0 0 8 0 2 0 2 5 2 0 0 20 2 127 5 15 24 17 82 35 57 39 45 10 3 72 0 533 5 26 4 5 14 8 25 13 25 20 32 8 13 22 0 220 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2 4 1 2 0 13 0 0 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 4 0 0 0 12 0 0 20 330 58 34 0 .31 0 9 2 0 16 4 0 13 2 0 46 7 0 16 7 2 47 64 3 12 14 0 26 15 2 8 2 0 7 38 58 53 5 1 0 0 0 317 198 66 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0. 516 0 0 0 2 44 5 10 10 5 48 20 28 13 18 6 8 30 0 247 350 101 47 1,827 8 224 9 30 66 16 82 54 182 ' 72 55 27 131 77 0 1,033 0 10 0 0 0 0 3 2 25 4 3 4 165 3 0 219 1,783 326 "'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. """Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping In the month of April was down slightly from the month of March. A total of 1,014 Jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,014 Jobs shipped, 516 Jobs or about 51 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. Since the trip relief program began on April 1,1982, a total of 579 relief jobs have been shipped. 2$/LOG/May 1984 Frank Drozak, President Ed Turner, Exec. Vice President Joe DIGIorgio, Secretary-Treasurer Loon Hall, Vice President . Angua "Red" Campbell, Wee President Mike Sacco, Vice President Joe Sacco, Vice President George McCartney, Vice President HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC, Mich. 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301)327-4900 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 44113 (216) 621-5450 DULUTH, Minn. 705 Medical Arts Building 55802 (218) 722-4110 GLOUCESTER, Mass. 11 Rogers St. 01930 (617) 283-1167 HONOLULU, Hawaii 707 Alakea St. 96813 (808)537-5714 HOUSTON, Tex. 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE, Ala. 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 Toll Free: 7-800-325-2532 NEW YORK, N.Y. 675 4 Ave., Brooklyn 1123^ (212)499-6600 NORFOLK, Va. 115 3 St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4St. 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. ^ 350 Fremont St. 94105 (415) 543-5855 SANTURCE, P.R. 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 00907 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) 623-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON, Calif. 408 Avalon Blvd. 90744 (213) 549-4000 '• J I .-I 11 �y. f 1 'tmsm-... - ...i-., •'LiK-r.--- •. 'Angels' crew cargo craft Legal Aid In the event that any SlU members have legal problems In the various . ports, a list of attorneys whom they can consult Is being published. The member need not choose the recom­ mended attorneys and this list Is In­ tended only for Informational pur­ poses: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Schuiman & Abarbanel 358 Fifth Avenue New York, New York 10001 Tele. # (212) 279-9200 BALTIMORE, MD. Kaplan, Heyman, Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Building Charles & Redwood Streets Baltimore, Md. 21201 Tele. # (301) 539-6967 CHICAGO, ILL. Katz & Friedman 7 South Dearborn Street Chicago, Hi. 60603 Tele. # (312) 263-6330 HOUSTON, TE^S Archer, Peterson and Waldner 1801 Main St. (at Jefferson) Suite 510 Houston, Texas 77002 Tele. # (713) 659-4455 & Tele. # (813) 879-9842 LOS ANGELES, CALIF. Fogel, Rothschild, Feldman & Ostrov 5900 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 2600 Los Angeles, Calif. 90036 Tele. # (213) 937-6250 WILMINGTON, CAUF. Fogel, Rothschild, Feldman & Ostrov 239 Souttt Avalon Wilmington, Calif. 90744 Tele. # (213) 834-2546 MOBILE, ALA. Simon & Wood 1010 Van Antwerp Building Mobile, Ala. 36602 Tele. # (205) 433-4904 NEW ORLEANS, LA. Barker, Boudreaux, Lamy, Gardner & Foley 1400 Richards Building 837 Gravier Street New Orleans, La. 70112 Tele. # (504) 586-9395 PHILADELPHIA, PA. Kirschner, Walters, Wiilig, Weinberg & Dempsey Suite 110 1429 Walnut Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19102 Tele. # (215) 569-8900 ST. LOUIS, MO. Gruenberg, Sounders & Levine Suite 905—Chemical Building 721 Olive Street St. Louis, Missouri 63101 Tele. # (314) 231-7440 SAN FRANCISCO, CAUF. John Paul Jennings Henning, Walsh & Ritchie too Bush Street, Suite 440 San Francisco, Calif. 94104 Tele. # (415) 981-4400 SEATTLE, WASH. Davies, Roberts, Reid, Anderson & Wacker 100 West Harrison Plaza Seattle, Wash. 98119 Tele. # (206) 285-3610 TAMPA, FLA. Hamilton & Douglas, P. A. 2620 West Kennedy Boulevard Tampa, Florida 33609 Tele. # (813) 879-9842 >- .. - - The following article is re­ printed with permission from the Pacific editor of Stars and Stripes. Pusan (USN)—Meet "Frankie's Angels"—three women in a thin crew on a massive mer­ chant ship, supervised by a gruff grandfather who admits to being a male chauvinist but gamely nods to changing times. Women aboard one of the civilian cargo ships delivering goods needed for exercise Team Spirit '84? In former years, Frank DiCarlo might have shrugged DETROIT, MICH. Victor G. Hanson 19268 Grand River Avenue Detroit, Mich. 48822 Tele. # (313) 532-1220 GLOUCESTER, MASS. Orlando & White 1 Western Avenue Gloucester, Mass. 01930 Tele. # (617) 283-8100 :l''" DiCarlo and his 'Angels' (left to right), Byers, Price and Plyler. (USN, Bud Sharkey) that off as something out of never-was fantasy or a longrunning television series. But here he is, chief steward aboard the American Eagle, watching more than 30 years of men-only tradition vanish as he bosses a chief cook and two utility stewards—all women. He's been at sea for longer than three decades, broken only by two years as an Army mess sergeant in Korea, frankly own­ ing up to a distaste for women at sea. Still ... "I've got no complaints about the work they do." Chief Cook Debbie Byers didn't come aboard as a fum­ bling, wide-eyed novice. She's been sailing for five years, trained at a union school. In 1982, while sailing for South America, Deb­ bie met an engineman named Frank Byers. They married, and after long elBFort got the same ship—sharing a cabin on the American Eagle. "There haven't been any problems," she says. "The crew is nice." CL L NP —Company/Lakes. lakes -Non Priority APRIL 1-30, 1984 Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Stewad Cheryl Plyler has two years of college and wants to be a chief steward. "When I started, I gave my­ self five years. Now I've changed that to eight." She's made 30 port calls in the Far East and likes the life and the money. "You can make of it what you want. You can take the money and blow it all when you get into port, or you can invest it." A frugal sort, Cheryl invests. Janet Price tells of a hard life as a sailor, sitting six weeks in a union hall waiting for a ship, "Everyday just sitting, wait­ ing." When a Mideast shuttle came up, everyone else gave it a miss. She signed on—and was later grateful to get the Ameri­ can Eagle, guaranteed employ­ ment that might not be around if she signs off. "I might not get another ship for along time," she says. "I've seen it happen before." Most of the Eagle crew has been aboard since August and • none are in any hurry to move elsewhere. Byers, Plyler and Price are keeping a firm hand on the helm of employment. Everybody on the Eagle—except maybe Di­ Carlo—calls them "Frankie's Angels." A man with a reputation for good food and ribald humor, he's taken a que-sera attitude about the distaff side at sea. "We were in Pusan for one night, and I took them all out to dinner," DiCarlo says. "And I paid the check." Personals Dalton William Stanley If anyone knows the where­ abouts of the above, please con­ tact his daughter, Brenda Stan­ ley, at 62, Ipsden Bldgs., Windmill Walk, London SEl 8LT, England. Carl Jordon Please call Vemie Hyde at (504) 436-7471 or write 180 Ma­ deira Dr., Avondale, La. 70094. Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes 'TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 68 8 1 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class1 Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 84 20 0 - 26 4 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 44 4 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 20 0 0 9 2 0 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 46 34 1 54 2 12 62 1 23 "REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 64 12 1 31 6 P - 36 148 24 0 168 1 ISO Totals All Departments *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ""Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. May 1984/LOG/27 �Honors Seafarer's Recjuest A The SlU-contracted Stonewall Jackson (Waterman) is shown here docked at Pier 7 in Brooklyn, N.Y. s the SlU-contracted Stone­ wall Jackson (Waterman) made her way up to New York from the Gulf of Mexico in late February, the crew fulfilled the request of a long time Seafarer. SIU Pensioner Maxwell 'Jake' Earl Longfellow, who died on Jan. 2, had wanted his ashes scattered in the Gulf off a Waterman ship. Most of his fel­ low Seafarers attended the cer­ emony for 65-year-old Brother Longfellow who joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Mobile. Before his retirement he sailed in the steward department. At the payoff of the Stonewall Jackson in New York at Brook­ lyn's Pier 7 on March 2, SIU Representative Bob Selzer dis­ cussed a number of important Union issues and answered sev­ eral questions that the members had about the Welfare Plan. The LASH carrier Stonewall Jackson makes regular runs of approximately 80 days from the U.S. Gulf and East Coasts to the Middle East. She stops at ports in countries such as Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and India. On this trip, however, the cap­ tain said there were no plans to enter the troubled Persian Gulf. V'-* 'I , ~- ' '1- |i WJ-- < Putting together a delicious meal is Chief Cook S.A. Simsuangco. 28/LOG/May 1984 Relaxing for a while are Seafarers Vincent Kirksey (I.), QMED, and Thomas Bonner, AB. GSU Irvin Matthews sets the table in the crew's mess. �AB Mark Russo (I.) discusses a point with Bosun Carl Lineberry Preparing the day's lunch are GSU's Irvin Matthews (I.) and James Marriner. In Brother Marriner's case, the name certainly fits the job. Shown in the galley of the Stonewall Jackson are Thomas 'Curly' Liles (I.), chief steward, and Jose F. Santiago, BR and steward delegate. SlU Rep Bob Seizor (r.) takes some notes as he listens to Bosun Carl Lineberry. Bringing in some of the ship's stores is AB Muslim Muhammad. The ship's committee aboard the StonewallJackson are, from the left: Leon Kleinman, engine delegate; Joseph Richoux, deck delegate; Carl Lineberry, chairman; Frank Quebedeaux, educational director; Thomas 'Curly' Liles, secretary-reporter, and Jose F. Santiago, steward delegate. May 1984/LOG/29 �^=0jSagis«^ gFms^l 3 Deep Sea John Mason Alden, 59, died of head injuries in the Baptist Medical Center, Jacksonville, Fla. on April 12, 1983. Brother Alden joined the SIU in the port of Philadelphia in 1965 sailing as a bosun and quartermaster. He began sailing in 1950 and was a graduate of the Andrew Furuseth Training School, Bal­ timore in 1962. Seafarer Alden was also a deep sea diver. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II and the U.S. Air Force serving as a volunteer Airman/2nd class from 1954 to 1959. Alden was bom in Walpole, Mass. and was a resident of Switzerland, Fla. Cremation took place in the Evergreen Cemetary Crematory, Jackson­ ville. Surviving are three chil­ dren and a brother, Calvin. :Vii J • 11 f. Ifl"l Edward Allen Bem, 23, died in the Bristol Va. Hospital of injuries sustained when his mo­ torcycle hit a truck on Feb. 19. Brother Bem joined the SIU following his graduation from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship (SHLSS) Entry Trainee Program, Piney Point, Md. in 1979. He sailed as a steward's assistant. Seafarer Bem was born in Bel Air, Md. and was a resident of Zephyrhills , Fla. Burial was in the Azen Cemetery, Konnarock, Va. Surviving are his mother, Edna of Bristol and a sister Rhonda Garehart of Zephyrhills. Pensioner Paul Brady Sr., 85, passed away on March 29. Brother Brady joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of Mobile sailing as a chief cook and chief steward. He was a veteran of the U.S. Artillery in World War I. Seafarer Brady was born in Maryland and was a resident of Aberdeen, N.C. Surviving are his widow, Do­ rothea and a son, Paul Jr. Pensioner Herman Sabro Christensen, 76, died in Amster­ dam, Holland on Jan. 31. Brother Christensen joined the SIU in 1945 in the port 30/LOG/May 1984 .• of Norfolk sailing as a bosun and deck delegate. He hit the bricks in the 1965 District Coun­ cil 37 beef. He was born in Sonderholm, Denmark and was a naturalized U.S. citizen. Sea­ farer Christensen was a resident of Amsterdam. Surviving is his widow, Anna. Pensioner Juan Rosario Cruz, 73, passed away from heart fail­ ure on June 5, 1983. Brother Cmz joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Santurce, P.R. sailing in the engine room. He received a 1960 Union Personal Safety Award for rid­ ing an accident-free ship, the SS Alcoa Patriot. Seafarer Cruz was born in Fajardo, P.R. and was a resident there. Surviving is his daughter, Martha of Fajardo. Clinton Cleve­ land, 58, died of arteriosclerosis in Jacksonville, Fla. on Feb. 29. Brother Cleve­ land joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington, Calif, in 1969 sailing as a stew­ ard utility. He sailed for SeaLand. Seafarer Cleveland was bom in Clark City, Ala. and was a resident of Jacksonville. Bur­ ial was in the Oakland Cemetary. Mobile. Surviving are a son. Camel of Mobile and a cousin, Willie Cleveland of Jacksonville. Leo Baronia Garcia, 76, passed away recently. Brother Garcia joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1964 sailing in the steward department. He was born in the Philippines and was a resident of Olawgapa City, P.I. Surviving are his widow, Emerita and a cousin, Clarence Baronia of Seattle. Pensioner John Bei^amin John­ son Jr., 75, passed away in St. Vincent's Hospital, Port­ land, Ore. on April 3. Brother A ^ Johnson joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1%3 sailing as a bosun. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy before World War 11. Seafarer Johnson was born in Pearidge, 111. and was a resident of Newbergh, Ore. Cremation took place in the Willamette, Igard, Ore. Crematory and his ashes were scattered at sea from the air. Surviving are his widow, Betty Lou and a daughter, Linda of Portland. Pensioner Steve Juhasz, 64, died on March 27. Brother Juhasz joined the SIU in the port of Hous­ ton in 1960 sail­ ing-as an AB dur­ ing the Vietnam War. He was a wounded veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Seafarer Juhasz was born in Richmond, Ind. and was a res­ ident of San Francisco. Pensioner Joseph Kekauoha died recently. Pensioner Facundo Marcello Lacsamana, 71, succumbed to cancer in the West Side Dis­ trict Hospital, Taft, Calif, on March 25. Brother Lacsamana joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1973 sailing as an AB. He was bom in Manila, P.I. and was a resident of Fellows, Calif. Cremation took place in the Chapel of Light Crematory, Fresno, Calif, and his ashes scattered at sea off San Pedro. Calif. Surviving are his widow, Era of Derby Acres, Calif.; a son, Larry and a brother, C. B. De Marque. Pensioner Ar­ mando "Al" Lavagno, 71, passed away from lung failure in the Humana Hospital, Bran­ don, Fla. on March 22. Brother Lavagno joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Miami, Fla. sailing as an AB. He was also a tilesetter. Seafarer Lav­ agno was bom in Hackensack, N.J. and was a resident of Valrico, Fla. Cremation took place in the Tampa Bay Crematory, Brandon. Surviving is his widow, Addie of Brandon. Pensioner Al­ bert Griffin Lee, 58, died on March 14. Brother Lee joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of Mobile sailing as a FOWT. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. Seafarer Lee was born in Alabama and was a resident of McKenzie, Ala. Joseph James Logan, 48, died of heart disease in Mobile on Feb. 15. Brother Lo­ gan joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in 1955 sailing as an oiler. He was born in Mobile and was a resident there. Interment was in Springhill Gardens Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving are his widow, Olean and a brother, Harry of Mobile. William Ernest McCay, 57, succumbed to cancer on Feb. 15. Brother McCay joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1968 sailing as an AB. He was also a steamfitter. Seafarer McCay was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A native of Pensacola, Fla., he was a resident of Warrington, Fla. Surviving is his mother, Madeline Browne of Warring­ ton. Samuel Diert McHugh, 67, died of heart failure in the New Or­ leans U.S. Veterans Adminis­ tration Medical Center on Dec. 31,1983. Brother McHugh joined the SIU in the port of San Fran­ cisco in 1966 sailing as a cook. He was a former member of the Retail Clerks Union and was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Mc­ Hugh was born in New Orleans and was a resident there. Burial was in the Masonic Cemetery, New Orleans. Surviving is a sister, Patricia Morgan of New Orleans. Pensioner James Harold Naylor Jr., 61, died of lung fail­ ure in Doctor's Hospital in Mo­ bile, Ala. on Jan. 19. Brother Nay­ lor joined the SIU �I in the port of Mobile in 1952 sailing as a chief steward. He began sailing in 1945. Seafarer Naylor was on the picket line in the 1965 District Council 37 beef. A native of Ft. Ogden, Fla., he was a resident of Coden, Ala. Burial was in the Valhalla Gardens Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving are his widow, Angela Elaine and a daughter, Patti. Pensioner Raymond Re­ sales Obidos Sr., 79, passed away from heart fail­ ure in the Chinese General Hospi­ tal, Manila, P.I. on Feb. 3. Brother Obidos joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1952 sailing as a chief steward for the Isthmian Line. He began sailing in 1932. Seafarer Obidos was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Pontenedra Capiz, P.I., he was a resident of La Loma, Quezon City, P.I. Burial was in the Hi­ malayan Memorial Cemetery, Quezon City. Surviving are his widow, Fidelia; a son, Raymond Jr.; two brothers, Vincente and Gonzalo and a sister, Nenita O. German. Jesse Raymond Pope, 56, suc­ cumbed to cancer in the U.S. Veterans Administration Hos­ pital, Biloxi, Miss, on Jan. 11. Brother Pope joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in 1976 sailing as an AB. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard in World War II. Seafarer Pope was bom in Birmingham, Ala. and was a resident of Mobile. Interment was in the Memo­ rial Gardens Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving is his widow, Tessie. Pensioner John Charles Ram­ sey, 73, passed away on Feb. 12. Brother Ramsey joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a deck engineer. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Seafarer Ramsey was born in Bedford, Va. and was a resident of Franklin, Pa. Sur­ viving are his widow, Mildred; a daughter, Mary Crofnahan and a brother, James. Steven "Steve" Reitz, 31, died on March 21. Brother Reitz joined the SIU after his gradu­ ation in 1973 from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Entry Trainee Pro­ gram in Piney Point, Md. He sailed as an AB and deck dele­ gate. In high school he studied horticiilture. Seafarer Reitz was a SP/4 veteran of the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War serving as an armorer and supply clerk. He was awarded the U.S. Na­ tional Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device and Bar. Born in Patuxent River, Md., he was a resi­ dent of Plattsburg, N.Y. Sur­ viving are his parents, Jacob J. and Alberta Reitz of Bryans Road, Md. Pensioner Leroy Manning Roberson, 59, died of heart-lung failure in Mercy Hospital, New Orleans on Dec. 28,1983. Brother Roberson joined the SIU in the port of New York sailing as an AB. He received a Union Personal Safety Award in 1961 for sailing aboard an accident-free ship, the SS Del Valle (Delta Line). Born in Ra­ ton, N.M., he was a resident of New Orleans. Interment was in the St. Vincent de Paul Mau­ soleum, New Orleans. Pensioner Henri Joseph Ro­ bin Jr., 71, passed away on Feb. 22. Brother Robin joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Bal­ timore sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 42 years. Seafarer Robin was a veteran of the U.S. Navy before World War II. A native of An­ napolis, Md., he was a resident of Gifford, Wash. Surviving is a sister, Louise Shaffer of Hampton, Va. Pensioner Charles Paul Rondo, 67, died on April 25. Brother Rondo joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of Tampa, Fla. ^ * sailing as a FOWT. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Rondo was bora in Maryland and was a resident of Baltimore. Surviving are a brother, Samuel of Baltimore and two cousins, Joseph Rondo and Mary of Essex, Md. Pensioner Ar­ thur Oscar Roy, 59, died on March 20. Brother Roy joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun and ship's dele­ gate. Seafarer Roy was a vet­ eran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. He also sailed during the Vietnam War. Born in Na­ shua, N.H., he was a resident there. Surviving are his widow, Theresa and a niece, Elaine. Pensioner Er­ nesto Palacios Rubio, 76, suc­ cumbed to heart disease in San Juan, P.R. on Feb. 28. Brother Rubio joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New York. He walked the picket line in the 1962 Robin Line beef. Seafarer Rubio was born in Mayaguez, P.R. and was a resident of Santurce, P.R. Sur­ viving is his widow, Delia. James Carl Savage, 47, died on Dec. 21, 1983. Brother Sav­ age joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1962 sailing as an AB for the Delta Line. He began sailing in 1954. Seafarer Savage was bom in Maine and was a resident of New Orleans. Surviving are his widow, Patri­ cia, a daughter, Jodiclyn Auailien of New Orleans and his mother. Alma of Gorham, Maine. Pensioner Louis Schremp, 85, passed away on Feb. 1. Brother Schremp joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1957 sailing in the steward department. He was born in Louisiana and was a resident of New Orleans. Sur­ viving are his widow, Gladys and a godchild, Gladys Booth. Pensioner Leonard H. Shaw died on March 9. Brother Shaw joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans. He was a resident there. Pensioner Fe­ lix Lumpas Ser­ rano, 77, suc­ cumbed to heartlung failure in the Kaiser Founda­ tion Hospital, San Francisco on Jan. 5. Brother Serrano joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a chief cook. He sailed for 30 years. Seafarer Serrano was born in the Philippines and was a resident of San Francisco. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetary, Colma, Calif. Sur­ viving are his widow, Elisea; a daughter, Mila of San Francisco and a brother, Irenid of the Philippines. Pensioner Ju­ lius Silagyi, 70, passed away on Feb. 27. Brother Silagyi joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1958 sailing as a cook and FOWT. He began sailing in 1948 and hit the bricks in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor beef. Seafarer Sil­ agyi was a veteran of the U.S. Army Infantry in World War II. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, he was a resident of Pensacola, Fla. Surviving is his widow, Ruth. Pensioner Os­ car Bernard Smith, 69, passed away from natu­ ral causes in the Brookdale Hos­ pital, Brooklyn, ^ _ N.Y. on Feb. 4. r fl Brother Smith joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a recertified chief steward since 1980. He began sailing in 1948. Seafarer Smith received a 1961 Union Personal Safety Award for sailing aboard an accidentfree ship, the SS Seatrain New Jersey. He also attended a Piney Point Educational Conference. Born in Cuba, he was a natu­ ralized U.S. citizen and resided in Brooklyn. Cremation took place in the Trinity Crematory in New York City. Surviving are his widow, Lynette; a son, Douglas; a daughter, Pamela and a sister, Mrs. Murdell Edwards of Brooklyn. (Continued on next page.) May, 1984/LOG/31 �.yrr. If' 3 : |f '•F ^1 I -rrf;- • f. •ir (Continued from Page 31.) Pensioner Robert Lincoln Smith, 75, passed away in the Sun­ rise Hospital, Las Vegas, Nev. on Feb. 8. Brother Smith joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1971 sailing as a QMED and 2nd engineer. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy before World War II. Sea­ farer Smith was bom in Malone, N.Y. and was a resident of Las Vegas. Surviving are his widow; a daughter, Margo C. Abbmscato of Brooklyn, N.Y., and a sister. Norma Skoisyora of Long Lake, N.Y. Pensioner Os­ car S. "Blackie" Stevens, 82, passed away on y/ March 17, St. Pa­ trick's Day. Brother Stevens joined the SIU in 1939 in the port ?ft I'-j y te' ' t:f 1,1 ? .'' 1* fl If 'i; jr; •i' !l, of Mobile sailing as a bosun. He was a patrolman, took part in all beefs and helped to organize the American Coal Co. Seafarer Stevens was a veteran of the U.S. Navy after Worid War I. A native of Arkansas, he was a resident of Megargel, Ala. Sur­ viving are his widow, Ida Mae and a son. Seafarer Lewellyn Stevens. Pensioner George Walter Stidham, 67, died on Feb. 8. Brother Stidham joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1951 sail­ ing as an AB. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy Seabees in World War II. Sea­ farer Stidham was bom in Eu­ reka, Calif, and was a resident of Los Angeles. Surviving is his mother, Gladys Bray of Los Angeles and a brother, Clyde of Pico Rivera, Calif. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Pensioner John Urzan, 61, died on April 11. Brother Urzan joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1954 sail­ ing as a bosun. i He attended a Piney Point Educational Confer­ ence and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A native of Troy, N.Y., he was a resident there. Surviving are a brother, Walter of Troy and a sister, Mary Barachak of Schnectady, N.Y. Atlantic Fishermen Pensioner Thomas Roland O'Brien, 64, succumbed to heart failure in Gloucester, Mass. on March 10. Brother O'Brien joined the SlU-merged Atlantic Fishermen's Union (AFU) in the port of Gloucester in 1980 sailing as a fisherman. He was bom in Gloucester and was a resident there. Cremation took place in the Harmony Grove Crematory, Salem, Mass. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS SHIFFING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return re­ ceipt requested. The proper address for this is; Angus "Red" CampbeU Chaimuui, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Antta Way and Britannia Way Prince Georges County Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are avail­ able in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU 32/LOG/May 1984 -r- - jfe!yiMi~-^- Pensioner William Louis Cerka, 66, died of lung failure in the Munson Medical Center, Traverse City, Mich, on March 23. Brother Cerka joined the Union in the port of Elberta, Mich, in 1953 sailing as a chief electrician for the Ann Arbor (Mich.) Carferries, Frankfort, Mich. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. Laker Cerka was bom in Detroit and was a resident of Thompsonville, Mich. Burial was in the Thompsonville Cemetery. Pensioner Bernard A. McIlearney, 69, passed away on Jan. 12. Brother Mclleamey joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1961 sailing as a porter for the American Steamship Co. in 1961. He was a former mem­ ber of the United Auto Workers Union (UAW) Local 7. Laker Mclleamey was bora in To­ ronto, Canada and was a natural­ ized U.S. citizen. He was a resident of Detroit. Surviving is his sister, Kathleen Hatmaker of Brighton, Mich. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempt­ ing to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc.. as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance comnriittee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommenda­ tions. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. Great Lakes WHUl patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL FOLICV —THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the &ptember. I960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. FAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circum­ stances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require ariy such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discrimi­ nated against because of race, creed, color, sex and na­ tional or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters." SEAFARERS FOLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION —SFAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its pro­ ceeds are used to further its objects and purposes includ­ ing. but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Sup­ port SPAD to protect and further your economic, poli­ tical and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member Iteb that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitntionai ri^toT I to Unian records or infoniwtion, he dMnU fattnediBMy notBy SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified maB, retwn rccdpt reqncstcd. Dieaddiem is 5201 Anth W^y ami I my, Prince Georges Countj^ Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �Tuna Fishing Jobs at Stake • tg SlU Calls For Higher Tuna Tariffs In an effort to save American tuna fishing and processing jobs, the SIU has joined several other groups in an attempt to raise the tariffs on foreign tuna which is being dumped on the American market through a regulation loophole, In a petition to the Interna­ tional Trade Commission (ITC), the Union and others in the group explained that when tuna tariffs were originally deter­ mined, a 35 percent tax on im­ ported, canned tuna packed in oil was levied but only a 6 per­ cent fee was set for water-packed tuna. "When the duties were first fixed, no tuna was packed in water. The duty category was meant to be a catch-all for all fish canned 'not in oil,' " the petition said. Currently water-packed tuna accounts for two-thirds of all tuna sales in the United States. Virtually all of the imported tuna is water-packed. Because of cheap foreign labor and the low duty, imported tuna has been sold at prices undercutting do­ mestic tuna by more than 30 percent. Because of the imports, more than 5,000 processing workers have lost their jobs. Twentyfour tuna boats are tied up and not working and dozens of oth­ ers are on the verge of bank­ ruptcy. In addition, about 500 fishing jobs have been lost. "We're not asking for a spe­ cial privilege, we're just trying to get things back on a fair and even footing. Foreign tuna com­ panies have taken unfair advan­ tage of the import loophole for water-packed tuna. Our tuna fleet did fine competing against other fleets when most of the tuna was packed in oil. We're just asking that things are equalized so we can save jobs," SIU Pres­ ident Frank Drozak said. If the ITC does not grant the tariff increase, the petition cites the very "real future possibility that. . . the industry will cease to operate, resulting in a signif­ icant closure of plants and the At Sea/A np/ President Cleveland Gain' to Jakarta On May 20, the SS President Cleveland (American President Line) will sail from Sacramento, Calif, to Jakarta, Indonesia with a cargo of 8,912 metric tons of bagged rice. Crowley Seeks OK to Buy 4 Ships for Delta Crowley Marine will ask MARAD for the green light to buy four cellular RO/RO containerships for its subsidiary. Delta Line. The ships for the South American run will have a capacity of 1,950 20-foot containers with delivery set for late 1986. They would be built in the Verolme Estaleiros Reunidos do Brazil S.A., Jacuanga. Stonewall Jackson, Robert £. Lee Salfin' fo Somallland On May 25 from a Gulf port, the RO/RO StonewallJackson (Waterman) will haul 3,570 metric tons of bagged rice, 2,100 metric tons of bagged flour and 1,000 metric tons of drummed soybean oil to Berbera, Somaliland. From June 16 to June 25, also from a Gulf port, the RO/RO Robert E. Lee (Waterman) will sail to Berbera with a cargo of 3,600 metric tons of bagged flour, 3,570 metric tons of bagged rice and 1,000 metric tons of drummed soybean oil. Achilles Off to Karachi In May On May 26 from Portland, Ore. or a Puget Sound-Columbia River port, the ST Achilles (Newport Tankers) will voyage to Karachi, Pakistan with 40,000 metric tons of wheat. Puerto Rico Marine 2nd Ship on Jax Run On May 8, Puerto Rico Marine added a second RO/RO ship, the Puerto Rico, on its run between the port of Jacksonville and San Juan, P.R. There will be two sailings weekly, Tuesdays and Fridays, with the Friday run being direct to San Juan. On Tuesday, the Puerto Rico will make a stop in the port of Charleston, S.C. On each run, the ship will carry 546 20-foot units and 120 vehicles. m ,• r' "rr liquidation of the domestic fish­ ing fleet." In addition to the ITC peti­ tion, 24 members of Congress sent a letter to the ITC sup­ porting the increased duty and urging the ITC to act quickly. "It is not too stringent to say that the United States tuna in­ dustry is universally recognized as the model fishery—one that other nations seek to emulate. If the industry is to be able to continually increase efficiency and remain competitive, how­ ever, rapidly increasing imports of low-priced tuna must be curbed.. Absent an effective pe­ riod of relief, we may well lose our tuna industry," the letter said. Joining the SlU-affiliated Fishermen's Union of America, Pacific and Caribbean Areas in the ITC petition were the United Industrial Workers, the United States Tuna Foundation, The American Tunaboat Associa­ tion and the Fishermen's Union ILWU No. 33. Farewell to Two Philly Old-timers departnieht and Anthony "Puff Puff" Korsik of the deck de­ partment. The services were held while the ship, which is a wellknown vessel in Philadelphia, was en route to Holland. Falcon Tankers Crew Up Two Falcon tankers have been crewed and another may pro­ vide mpre jobs for SIU members this month. Seahawk Manage­ ment Inc. has chartered the three ships. The Falcon Princess was crewed in Mobile in late March where she picked up a load of grain for Egypt. On May 7 a crew for i\\c Falcon Countess was flown out to Singapore. In addition, the Falcon Lady will be in Singapore later this month and could be crewed then. personals Harvey Hill Please call your nephew, Richard Hill, at (714) 532-4884. Chester Miller Please contact your wife, El­ sie Miller, at 1542 A. Mendoza St., Sampaloc, Manila, Philip­ pines. Funeral services were held recently aboard the SlU-contracted Overseas Harriette (Maritime Overseas) for two Philadelphia old-timers. They were Pete Hoggie of the steward PMA Shipping Scene April 1984 REGISTERED SAN FRANCISCO Class "A".......... 71 Class "B" 9 Class "C" 3 Relief 3 Grand Total (All Groups).......... 83 WILMINGTON Class "A"... 12 Class "B" 3 Class "C".........0 Grand Total (All Groups) 15 SEATTLE Class "A" 14 Class "B" 2 Class"G" 2 Relief 2 , Grand Total (All Groups) 18 HONOLULU Class "A" 4 Class "B" 1 Class "C" 0 Grand Total (All Groups) 5 SHIPPED 13 0 0 2 15 9 1 0 10 9 0 0 0 9 . 2 3 0 5 May 1984/LOG/33 I �T"; Jkt Donald Joseph Hewson, 60, joined the SlU in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as an OMU. Brother Hewson sailed for Sea-Land. He was born in Albany, N.Y. and is a resident of Pensacola, Fla. •'4 Deep Sea Julius De Vaun Andrews, 62, joined the SlU in the port of Norfolk in 1962. Brother Andrews was born in North Carolina and is a resident of Shallotte, N.C. k'^; i Tony Anthony Baroni, 65, joined the SlU in the port of New Orleans in 1959 sailing as a wiper. Brother Baroni began sailing in 1947. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Baroni was born in New Orleans and is a resident there. nV •V!i . „• :d' v:- IH, i' ; fn '1 i' •li . f If . I :: t '> John Henry Kennedy, 68, joined the SlU in 1944 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a cook. Brother Kennedy sailed during the Vietnam War. He was born in Bessemer, Ala. and is a resident of Hous­ ton. Amado Enrlle Lato, 66, joined the SlU in the port of San Francisco in 1954 sailing from 1954 to 1983. Brother Lato is a resident of San Francisco. Joseph N. Llsl, 65, joined the SlU in the port of New York in 1960 sailing as an oiler. Brother Lisi is a veteran of the U.S. Army Meredith Lynn Bishop, 65, Air Corps in World War II. He was born in joined the SlU in the port of Brooklyn, N.Y. and is a resident of Kendall Houston in 1961 working on Park, N.J. the Galveston (Texas) Daniel Vincent Maloney, 65, joined the wharves from 1961 to 1970. Brother Bishop was born in SlU in the port of New York in 1973 sailing as a FOWT. Brother Maloney began sailing Washington Cty., Iowa. He is out of Montreal, Canada from 1952 to 1980. a resident of Galveston. He was born in Australia and is a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. Stanley Joseph Cieslak, 62, joined the SlU in 1942 In Calvrn Dixon Morris, 59, the port of Boston, Mass. sail­ joined the SlU in the port of ing as an AB. Brother Cieslak Seattle in 1957 sailing as an is a veteran of the U.S. Army AB. Brother Morris was born in World War II serving as a in Arkansas and is a resident sergeant and heavy machiof Forth Worth, Texas. negunner for the 60th Infantry Regiment, Co. D, Hdqs., 9th Infantry Div. He fought in the George Ramey, 64, joined Ardennes, Rhineland and the SlU in the port of Wil­ Continental Europe battles. mington, Calif, in 1970 sailing And was awarded the Combat as a FOWT. Brother Ramey Infantry Badge, Victory Medal, was born in Bancroft, La. and Purple Heart, ETC Theater is a resident of Seattle. Campaign ribbon and the Bel­ gian Fourragere ribbon and the German Army of Occu­ pation Medal. Seafarer Cies­ John Jerome Schwablak was born in Boston and is iand, 65, joined the SlU in a resident of Charlestown, 1939 in the port of Baltimore Mass. sailing for Sea-Land. Brother Schwabland sailed during World War 11 on the Bull Line Victor Austin Cover, 66, joined the SlU Puerto Rico run when he was in 1947 in the port of Philadelphia sailing as torpedoed twice. In 23 years a chief electrician. Brother Cover was born of sailing, he was in three in Milburn, N.J. and is a resident of Goldscollisions—one in N.Y. Harbor boro, Md. (in which eight were killed). He was born in Baltimore and is a resident there. Woodrow Wilson Dickin­ son Sr., 65, joined the SlU In the port of Mobile in 1970 Carl Theodore Treltler Sr., 59, joined the sailing as a FOWT. Brother Dickinson is a veteran of the SlU in 1944 in the port of New Orleans U.S. Coast Guard in World sailing as a chief cook for the Delta Line. War II. He was born In Deer Brother Treitler is a veteran of the U.S. Army Park, Ala. and is a resident of during the Korean War. He was born in New Orleans and is a resident of Arabi, La. Lucedale, Miss. 34/LOG/May 1984 Clinton Wallace Smith, 56, joined the SlU in 1946 in the port of Boston. When he re­ tired he was sailing as a LNG QMED. Brother Smith is a veteran of the U.S. Army in the Korean War. He was born in Mississippi and is a resident of Louisville, Miss. Jose Paul Vasquez, 60, joined the SlU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a steward utility. Brother Vas­ quez began sailing in 1946. He was born in Puerto Rico and is a resident of Fajardo, P.R. Cleveland Walker, 63, joined the SlU in the port of New Orleans in 1952 sailing as a bosun. Brother Walker was also a ship's delegate. He was born in Shelbyville, Ky. and is a resident of Jack­ sonville, Fla. Vernon Chandler Warren, 62, joined the SlU in 1946 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. Brother Warren hit the bricks in the 1954 East Coast longshoremen's beef. He also attended the 1970 Crews Conference No. 12 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship (SHLSS) in Piney Point, Md. Seafarer Warren is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. Born in Boston, Mass., he is a resident of New Orleans. Murry Wllkerson, 59, joined the SlU in 1948 in the port of Mobile sailing as a chief cook and steward department del­ egate. Brother Wllkerson is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. He was born in Alabama and is a resident of Mobile. Great Lakes Robert Edwin Bruckman, 62, joined the Union in the port of Ashtabula, Ohio in 1961 sailing as an oiler for Great Lakes Towing from 1943 to 1983. Brother Bruckman was born in Ashtabula and is a resident there. �',-a Official Notice [Application No. L-4771 et al.] Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship et al.; Proposed Exemptions AGENCY: Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, Labor. ACTION: Notice of Proposed Exemptions. SUMMARY: This document contains notices of pendency before the Department of Labor (the Department) of proposed exemptions from certain of the prohibited transaction restrictions of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (the Act) and/or the internal Revenue Code of 1954 (the Code). Written Comments and Hearing Requests All interested persons are invited to submit written comments or requests for a hearing on the pending exemptions, unless otherwise stated in the Notice of Pendency, within 45 days from the date of publication of this Federal Register Notice. Comments and requests for a hearing should state the reasons for the writer's interest in the pending exemption. ADDRESS: All written comments and requests for a hearing (at least three copies) should be sent to the Office of Fiduciary Standards, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, Room C-4526, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, D.C. 20216. Attention: Application No. stated in each Notice of Pendency. The applications for exemption and the comments received will be available for public inspection in the Public Documents Room of Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, Room N-4677, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, D.G 20216. Notice to Interested Persons Notice of the proposed exemptions will be provided to all interested persons in the manner agreed upon by the applicant and the Department within 15 days of the date of publication in the Federal Register. Such notice shall include a copy of the notice of pendency of the exemption as published in the Federal Register and shall inform interested persons of their right to comment and to request a hearing (where appropriate). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The proposed exemptions were requested in applications filed pursuant to section 408(a) of the Act and/ or section 4975(c)(2) of the Code, and in ^^edera^egistei^^oL^49^Jo^^nruesday^^priM7^98^^Jot^ accordance with procedures set forth in ERISA Procedure 75-1 (40 PR 18471, April 28, 1975). Effective December 31, 1978, section 102 of Reorganization Plan No. 4 of 1978 (43 PR 47713, October 17, 1978) transferred the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury to issue exemptions of the type requested to the Secretary of Labor. Therefore, these notices of pendency are issued solely by the Department. The applications contain representations ^ith regard to the proposed exemptions which are summarized below. Interested persons are referred to the applications on file with the Department for a complete statement of the facts and representations. Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship (the Training Flan) Located in Piney Point, Maryland [Application No. L-4771] Proposed Exemption The Department is considering granting an exemption under the authority of section 408(a) of the Act and in accordance with the procedures set forth in ERISA Procedure 75-1 (40-PR 18471, April 28, 1975). If the exemption is granted the restrictions of section 406(a) of the Act shall not apply to: (1) The proposed purchase of a parcel of real property (the Real Property) by the Lundeberg Maryland Seamanship School, Inc. (the Corporation), a subsidiary of the Training Plan, from Steuart Investment Company (Steuart), a party in interest with respect to the Training Plan; (2) the past payment by the Training Plan of a $50,000 good faith deposit (the Deposit) to Steuart in connection with the proposed purchase; (3) the payment by Steuart to the Training Plan of interest on the Deposit on the date of settlement; and (4) a $100,000, 90 day interest free extension of credit by Steuart to the Training Plan as part of the subject purchase transaction, provided that the terms and conditions of the transactions are at least as favorable to the Training Plan as those which the Plan could receive in similar transactions with an unrelated party. Effective Date: The effective date of the proposed exemption, if granted will be: (1) April 1, 1983 as to the payment of the Deposit; and (2) the date of the grant of this exemption as to the proposed, purchase, the payment of interest on the Deposit and the, extension of credit. Summary of Facts and Representations 1. The Training Plan is an employee welfare trust which provides job training and upgrading to employees of employers which have collective bargaining relationships with the Seafarers International Union of North America (the Union) or its affiliates. It is Don Gerald Jaloszynski, 59, joined the Union in the port of Frankfort, Mich, in 1962 sailing as a GSU for the Ce­ ment Transit Co. from 1962 to 1983 and for the American Steamship Co. Brother Jalo­ szynski was born in Michigan and is a resident of Manistee, Mich. Wayne Roland Perkins, 65, joined the Union in the port of Alpena, Mich, in 1963 sailing as a cook for the Huron Ce­ ment Co. Brother Perkins is a veteran of the U.S. Army dur­ ing the Korean War and World War II. He was bom in West Branch, Mich, and is a resi­ dent of Mt. Dora, Fla. administered by a board of trustees (the Trustees), half of whom are appointed by the Union and half by employers. It is funded through contributions from approximately 220 employers, pursuant to the terms of collective bargaining agreements with the Union. The Training Plan had a net worth of $25,067,916 as of December 31, 1982. 2. The Corporation, a title holding company wholly owned by the Training Plan, holds title to the training facilities. In addition, the Corporation is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the training facilities. 3. Steuart is a 90% owner of Steuart Transportation Company (the Subsidiary), which operates tug boats and barges and other equipment used for the transportation of petroleum products. The Subsidiary is a party to a collective bargaining agreement with the Union, under which agreement it makes contributions to the Training Plan. The Subsidiary accounts for less than one percent of the annual employer contributions to the Training Plan. Neither Steuart nor the Subsidiary appoint or have the power to appoint trustees to the Training Plan. No individuals affiliated with either Steuart or the Subsidiary are trustees of the Training Plan. 4. The applicant represents that the Training Plan is structured to approximate certain conditions at sea which include the need for self sufficiency. In order to foster self sufficiency skills and for reasons of cost savings, the Training Plan maintains cattle and hog herds to provide meat for its trainees and staff. The applicant further represents that since 1%7 the Corporation has owned farm land on which it grows feed for its cattle and hogs. 5. The applicant represents that the cleared portion of farm land owned by the Corporation became insufficient for its purposes and that in 1977 the Corporation began renting approximately 155 acres of farm land (the Land) from Steuart. The Land is located near the training facility. The initial lease for the Land (the Lease) dated February 14, 1977, provided for a rental rate of $15 per acre or $2,325 per year. The Training Plan continued to lease the Land at the same rental rate through December 31, 1982. The Training Plan has continued to use the Land for crop production in 1983 but no lease payments have been made in anticipation of the purchase of the Real Property by the Corporation nor are any payments contemplated. The applicant represents that the Lease is exempt under Prohibited Transaction Exemption 78-6.' 6. The Land is part of the Real Property, a 505 acre tract owned by Steuart. The Real Property is located adjacent to the facilities of the Training Plan. In early 1983 the Trustees and Steuart began discussing the purchase of the Real Property by the Corporation, as Steuart was interested in selling the Real Wilbert Lawrence Finney, 62, joined the Union in the port of Duluth, Minn, in 1961 sailing as a captain for Great Lakes Towing from 1946 to 1983. Brother Finney is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II serving as a staff sergeant and assistant safety engineer and radio operator for the 2824th Petoleum Distribution Co. of the Corps of Engineers. He fought in the Rhineland (Germany) Campaign Battle and Central Eu­ rope Campaign Battle. Laker Pinney was awarded the American Defense Theater Service ribbon, European, African, Middle East (ETO) Theater Service ribbon, AsiaticPacific Theater Service ribbon and the Phillipine Liberation ribbon with a bronze star. Pinney was born in Two Harbors, Minn, and is a resident of Duluth. 15161 Property. The applicant represents that the Training Plan is interested in obtaining the Real Property in order to continue and expand its farming activities and in anticipation of future expansion of its training facility. The Trustees represent that the proposed purchase of the Real Property is in the best interests and protective of the participants and beneficiaries of the Training Plan as it will enable the Training Plan to meet these expansion needs. The Corporation and Steuart orally agreed that the Corporation would purchase the Real Property. On April 1, 1983, the Deposit was transferred from the Training Plan to Steuart and on April 19, 1983, a $1,100,000 contract of sale was prepared and signed only by a representative of Steuart. Steuart will pay interest on the Deposit. The interest will be calculated based on 90 day certificate of deposit rates as computed and paid by the Maryland National Bank, Leonardtown, Maryland during the period April 1, 1983 to date of settlement and will be paid as a lump sum on the date of settlement. In the event that settlement is not consummated, Steuart will return the Deposit, plus interest. 7. The applicant seeks an exemption to permit the Corporation to purchase the Real Property from Steuart for $1,100,000 including the previously paid Deposit, $950,000 in cash and a $100,000 interest free promissory note payable by the Corporation 90 days after settlement. On April 4, 1983, Carl R. Baldus, Jr., Accredited Rural Appraiser and Michael J. Martin of Baldus Real Estate, Inc. appraised the Real Property and determined that it had a fair market value of $1,500,000. On April 14, 1983, Leo K. Farrall, III, Residential Member, American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers, appraised the Real Property and determined that it had a fair market value of $1,103,000. On April 20, 1983, J. Spence Howard, Jr., a real estate agent appraised the Real Property and determined that it had a fair market value of $1,300,000. 8. In summary, the applicant represents that the proposed transaction will satisfy the criteria of section 408(a) of the Act because: (1) The Trustees represent that the proposed purchase of the Real Property is in the best interests and protective of the participants and beneficiaries of the Training Plan; (2) the proposed purchase is essentially a one time transaction where the purchase price will be completely paid within 90 days of settlement; and (3) the proposed purchase prices less than the price determined by three independent appraisers. For Further Information Contact: David M. Cohen of the Department, telephone (202) 523-8671. (This is not a toll-free number.) ' The Department expresses no opinion as to whether the Lease is covered by Prohibited Transaction Exemption 78-6. Atlantic Fishermen Tony J. Palazola Jr., 64, joined the SIUmerged Atlantic Fishermen's Union in the port of Gloucester, Mass. sailing for the Gloucester Fishermen Co. from 1967 to 1981. Tom Seale, 62, joined the AFU in the port of Gloucester in 1980 sailing for the Glouces­ ter Fishermen Co. from 1946 to 1983. Henry Ward Irvine, 62, joined the Union in the port of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich, in 1961 sailing as a linesman for Dunbar and Sullivan in 1970. Brother Irvine is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in Ogdensburg, N.Y. and is a resident of Sault Ste. Marie. AMERICAN IS BEADTIFUL BuyAm«rican...and look for tho Union Labol UNION LABEL AND SERVICE TRADES DEPARTMENT. AFL-CIO May 1984/LOG/35 : tf . ^-r- J? '.s>: "i �mrnt^ ii};' •m^y. Digest of Ships Meetings LNG ARIES (Energy Transporta­ tion Cprp.), April 1—Chairman R. D. Schwartz: Secretary F. Motus; Edu­ cational Director M. Denardo; Deck Delegate C. Kahi; Engine Delegate Q. Kimbrough; Steward Delegate K. DeWitt. No disputed OT. The bosun talked to the members about writing their congressional representatives— seeking their support for legislation to aid the maritime industry. He also stressed the importance of donating to SPAD. A suggestion was made that the company send magazines to the crew just as they do to the officers. The need was again expressed for more blank meeting and crew list forms;. The steward department was given a vote of thanks for the fine service, good meals and pool parties. •^jl u* '<'t •y- ' BAY RIDGE (Bay Tankers), April 1—Chairman Luigi J. Alieiuia; Secre­ tary James Temple; Educational Di­ rector A. N. Zhivarin; Steward Dele­ gate James Johnson. No disputed OT. The chairman rerhinded those mem­ bers with 125 days aboard ship that they would have to be getting off. The ship is going into the shipyard in May. Since some ships only pay off every three or six months, it was suggested that a representative come out to the tankers when they are in port—not just at payoff. It was also suggested that men shipping out to the Bay Ridge should bring some OT sheets and current LOGs with them for the crew. A problem was noted with respect to washing greasy clothes in the ma­ chines. This problem can be alleviated by pre-washing such clothes in a degreaser before using the machines. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for the good food and freshly-baked bread. S Hf li f • i • .M LNG CAPRICORN (Energy Transportation Corp.), March 19— Chairman Sam T. Brooks; Secretary Charles L. Shirah; Educational Direc­ tor and Engine Delegate Don Busby; Deck Delegate Robert Munroe; Stew­ ard Delegate Lawrence Conlon. No disputed OT was reported; however, a request for clarification of the wiper's duties was sent to Red Campbell. There is $387 in the ship's fund. The bosun talked about the importance of members being active in all Union programs. He suggested that one way to keep current on what's happening is to read the LOG. The educational director said he hoped that video tapes of Frank Drozak's report to the mem­ bership would be made available to all SlU ships. It was noted that Drozak had reported for several months on the position of the Reagan administra­ tion and how it has turned a deaf ear to the problems facing the maritime industry. Many changes are needed in order for the SlU to become competi^ tive. Delegates elected in the constitutional ports will take the members' recommendations to the Crews Con­ ference in Piney Point to find ways to meet the problems that are facing the Union. There has been a slight probiem with shipboard magazines and reading material not being handled 36/LOG/May 1984 properly. The • ship's committee will take care of this. And consideration of others was stressed—of their privacy and of their individuality. It was also noted that shower clogs are not ac­ ceptable in the messroom—socks must be worn with shoes. The members agreed that the food aboard the LNG Capricorn and the staff in the steward department are exceilent. And so a vote of thanks—not just a formalitywas given to them. CHARLESTON (Apex Marine), March 11—Chairman W. Feil; Secre­ tary Robert 8. Hess; Educational Di­ rector J. Parrish. Some disputed OT was reported in the steward depart­ ment. The bosun said that he spoke with the captain on the first day of sailing and stressed that there would be cooperation on ali matters. He noted that any beefs shouid be discussed by the respective department deiegate and resoived by the ship's committee if possibie. He aiso made it clear that if a member takes no interest in the workings of the Union and does not participate in any of its affairs, then that member shouid not complain how the Union operates. The steward in­ formed the members of the upcoming elections and urged members to vote for candidates favorabie to the mari­ time industry. He aiso went over the upgrading opportunities avaiiable at Piney Point and said that he has the necessary applications for those peopie who are interested. A motion was made to get the Coast Guard to inspect soot and smoke in the passageways of the ship. Another motion was made that vacation benefits should be paid by the company and not by the Union. Several items onboard need attention. The first is a request that crewmembers not dump coffee grounds in the water fountain. The second is a re­ quest for a new washing machine. And a third is that the toilets be fixed on the mate's deck. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job weli done. COVE LEADER (Cove Shipping), March 25—Chairman F. H. Johnson; Secretary H. W. Roberts; Educational Director W. J. Beatty; Deck Deiegate H. L. Scott; Engine Delegate A. Day; Steward Delegate T. Dansley. No t)eefs or disputed OT reported in any of the three departments. Donations are being solicited for the ship's fund. The bosun reported that the swimming pooi has been cieaned and painted by the crew and is now ready to use. Paint for the decks and foc'sles wili come aboard in Long Beach, and the steward de­ partment is waiting for their decks, heads and showers to be painted like the rest of the ship. It is not yet certain whether the next two trips wili be to the West Coast or to Panama. The secretary noted that the crew needs ciarification on the transportation for "B" men who have to leave the ship after 125 days and also on relief jobs. The educationai director urged ali hands to read the LOG. Shipping is in a slump right now and everyone needs to be informed of the Union's actions and progress. The captain rechecked the COLA money and has corrected the list. It is now posted with the right amount. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for the fine job they've done, and the chairman thanked the department delegates for their cooperation on draw lists, the check list and for generaliy keeping the ship clean. Of special note to the LOG comes the following. "The cap­ tain got a bunch of Harry Lundeberg 'stetsons' which most of the crew had never seen ... and sells them in the slop chest. Most of the crew are wear­ ing them for oid times." One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Valdez, Alaska DEL ORG (Delta Line), March 25— Chairman Wiiliam Kratsan; Secretary Henry B. Donnelly; Educational Direc­ tor W. E. Ward; Deck Delegate A. Machado; Steward Delegate J. Tucker. There were no reports of disputed OT from any of the three departments. The bosun noted that he won't know where the ship will pay off until Mon­ day, but that it definitely will make another trip loading rice for Africa. He aiso said that the captain was pleased with the performance of the crew and of the accident-free trip. A general discussion was held about the COLA finally coming through and about the agreement on the part of crewmembers that rotating crews is a good idea, especialiy while shipping is slow. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department. DEL RIO (Delta Line), March 11— Chairman John Moss; Secretary H. Scypes; Educationai Director R. Grif- fin. No disputed OT was reported. The chairman stressed the importance of donating to SPAD, especialiy with the eiections coming up next November. He aiso urged ail members to complete the questionnaires received from Union headquarters pertaining to sugges­ tions and recommendations for the upcoming contract negotiations. The secretary suggested that in the future, when a company puils a ship from iayup, the steward and bosun should be called in a few days ahead of time to get things worked out for the crew. Reiated to that issue, a separate ietter addressed to Red Campbeil was at­ tached to the ship's minutes pertaining to conditions aboard the Dei Rio. The vessei was improperly stored for a 45day trip and no provision was taken for deiays. This ied to water shortages and rationing, showers cutoff, washing machines avaiiable only on certain days, no air conditioning, etc. The ietter went on to say that nobody is biaming the peopie on the ship, but the appar­ ent cause of aii this was that the company puiled the ship out of iayup and was supposed to take 10 days to get it back into shape. After only four days, she was out to sea. It was also noted that the cost of living adjustment was not inciuded at payoff. A vote of thanks was given to the steward de­ partment. One minute of silence was stood in memory of our departed broth­ ers and sisters. Next port: Dakar, Sen­ egal; then back to New Orleans for payoff. LNG GEMINI (Energy Transpor­ tation Corp.), March 25—Chairman T, Hawkins; Secretary Edward S. Haber; Engine Delegate Paul R. Wolf. Every­ thing is running smoothiy with no beefs or disputed OT reported. There is $155 in the ship's fund. The bosun reported on communications received from headquarters and then posted them for ail to read. He also urged all qual­ ified members to attend upgrading courses at Piney Point and stressed the importance of donating to SPAD. Members were warned to keep away from drugs, especiaily in Indonesia where they seem to abound. And he thanked ail hands for the rescue op­ eration of six Japanese fishermen. The LNG Gemini coilided with a Japanese fishing boat on March 23 at 13:10 hrs. The fishing boat sank and the Gemini rescued the six fishermen aboard. The captain handled the ship very well in the rough and shark-infested waters, and the crew contributed many needed items to the fishermen who had lost everything when their life raft over­ turned. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for the fine food and great pool parties each trip, and a vote was also given to the deck department for keeping the messhall and pantry clean. Heading to fndonesia and Himeji, Japan. OGDEN CHARGER (Ogden Ma­ rine), April 1—Chairman Theodores Gailas; Secretary Simon Gutierez; Ed­ ucational Director Guy Venus; Deck Delegate Edward L. Collins; Engine Delegate Elkin Kent; Steward Dele­ gate J.C. Mahaffey. No disputed OT. With the new arrival pool, there is now $153 in the ship's fund to be used for the purchase of tapes and movie rent­ als for the new VHS recorder. The recorder was recently purchased for $905. This money was raised by do- �Members of the Stonewall Jackson attend a burial service at sea for Brother Newson. nations from some of the members and by buying chances on the arrival pools. The secretary thanked every­ one for their help in getting this new machine and for recording 34 movies already. He said he hopes "we can keep this good thing going and keep everyone happy." Members were re­ minded that when they get off, they should leave their rooms clean for the next person. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department from the officers and crew for a job well done. Next Port: Staten Island, N.Y. OGDEN LEADER (Ogden Ma­ rine), March 18—Chairman Fred Sellman; Secretary Floyd Mitchell Jr.; Ed­ ucational Director A. Alexakis; Deck Delegate Jorge Osrio; Engine Dele­ gate Edward Ezre; Steward Delegate George Quinn. No disputed 01 re­ ported. There is $68 in the ship's treasury. There is an unconfirmed chance of a payoff this trip, according to the chairman, who noted that the usual practice is to have a payoff when the captain leaves. Everything is run­ ning fairly smoothly, although one AB had to leave the ship due to appen­ dicitis. It was fortunate for him that the ship had just arrived in Panama and he was able to be operated on that very morning. The Ogden Leader was also involved in a rescue at sea. On the afternoon of Thursday, March 8, at approximately 1533 hrs., the ship rescued four fishermen from their sink­ ing vessel in the Gulf of Mexico. The men were picked up and taken to Baytown, Texas, where they departed for their homes in Florida. A repair list will be put up by the steward. All delegates should be sure to have their men check the areas and see if there are repairs needed. One item already noted is the refrigerator in the crew messroom which still doesn't get cool enough. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department. Next ports: Baytown, Texas and Bayway, N.J. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Overseas Maritime), March 25—Chairman N. Matthy; Secretary G. Richardson; Ed­ ucational Director G. Dalman; Deck Delegate John B. Noff; Engine Dele­ gate Andrew Lopez. No disputed OT. There is $155 in the ship's fund. The bosun reminded crewmembers that if they want to leave while in port, they should see the patrolman about getting a relief. He also suggested that every­ one write their congressmen and sen­ ators about supporting the Boggs bill. There is a fresh coat of paint on deck, so all hands were asked to be careful. Non-skid pads are still needed on the stairs to the bridge. It is hoped that the movies can be exchanged this trip for some new ones. Next port: Texas City, Texas. ROVER (Ocean Carriers), March 1—Chairman S. Jansson; Secretary E. Harris; Educational Director G. Meaden; Deck Delegate Thomas Bluitt; Engine Delegate Gennaro Esposito; Steward Delegate Jose Cubans. No disputed OT was reported. There is $21 in the ship's fund. All communi­ cations received from headquarters were posted. Some good news is, according to the bosun, that the Union wrote to the company about getting a new movie machine. A problem in the deck department was tjrought up. Pumpmen were handling the butterworth hoses on deck, and this is the job of the unlicensed deck department. It was noted that the next time this occurs, the bosun should call out the deck department members to do the job. A majority of the Rover crew would like the shipping rules to be left as they are; they oppose permanent jobs. Members were reminded that when the ship is stationed in Diego Garcia, they have to give 18 days notice if they want to leave. Next port: Guam. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER (SeaLand Service), March 25—Chairman Ted Tolentino; Secretary Robert W. (BeBop) Ferrandiz; Educational Direc­ tor K. Amos; Engine Delegate R.W. Blethen; Steward Delegate Francisco Ancheta. No disputed OT. There is $28 in the ship's fund. The bosun thanked those crewmembers who sent letters to their congressional represen­ tatives. In all, there were 21 letters mailed, and the stamps were pur­ chased out of the ship's fund. The secretary noted that the S-L Developer is the cleanest in the D-9 fleet—so say the curio salesmen of Japan and Tai­ wan. This fact, he feels, is due to the crew—one of the best he has ever sailed with. All departments do their share to maintain that cleanliness. The educational director stressed the ed­ ucational and upgrading opportunities available to all Seafarers at Piney Point. A motion was made suggesting that Sea-Land provide the ship's personnel with transportation from gate to dock (and vice versa) in all Far East ports just as they do in all U.S. ports. This was requested because crewmembers feel it is dangerous to walk through the terminals in the Far East. A vote of thanks was given by all to the steward department for a job well done. And the chief steward, in turn, thanked the crew for helping keep the public areas clean. Heading out to Yoko­ hama, Kobe and Hong Kong; then back to Oakland for payoff. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (Sea-Land Service), March 18—Chair­ man William Mortier; Secretary George W. Gibbons; Educational Director Mi­ chael H. O'Toole; Engine Delegate Eugene R. Ceccato; Steward Delegate Peter A. Siems. No disputed OT was reported. There is $205 in the ship's fund. The bosun urged all members to write their congressional representa­ tives on the shipping issue and other legislation that will benefit the U.S. merchant marine. He also stressed the importance of donating to SPAD be­ cause these contributions help the Union and, in the long run, the individ­ ual members. The secretary noted that the ship may pay off in Elizabeth, N.J. and that a few men will be getting off. He said that he didn't exactly know how the Crews Conference in Piney Point would benefit the members, but that everyone is hoping for the best. Digest of Ships Neetings A number of suggestions were made to help keep things in working order and running smoothly. One was that when members are through using any working gear, it should be put back into the gear locker. Another was to keep feet off the chairs and coffee tables. A third was that the ship's TV needs repair. The crew was thanked for helping to keep the messrpom and recreation room clean, and a vote of thanks was given to the steward de­ partment for a job well done. One minute of silence was observed in merhory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Halifax, Nova Scotia. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), March 25—Chairman J.L. Gomez; Secretary S. Piatak; Deck Del­ egate Stewart Dixon; Engine Delegate E.L. Clayton Jr. No disputed OT. The bosun held a brief talk on the happen­ ings this voyage—mainly about men being fired and getting off ship. Also, the wiper claimed that his room was searched without him being there and that certain personal articles are now missing. A search of a crewmember's room requires his presence, as per the patrolman's statement. The ashes of Brother Oscar Smith were buried at sea on March 13. The burial service was conducted at 1300 hrs by Capt. H. storm, with crewmembers and of­ ficers in attendance. The Sea-Land Voyager was the last ship on which Smith served, sailing as a steward. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. STAR OF TEXAS (Titan), March 30—Chairman Robert Dillon; Secre­ tary H. Jones Jr.; Deck Delegate Ron­ ald K. Carraway; Engine Delegate Marcus L. Dennis. No beefs or dis­ putes were reported. There is $1700 in the ship's fund. The secretary talked about the new training and recreation facility at Piney Point, Md. and urged all members to take advantage of the programs offered there. He also stressed the importance of writing your sbnators and congressmen and letting them know how you feel about any proposed legislation which might help the Union and your jobs. A vote of thanks was given to the steward de­ partment for a job well done. Next port: Gramercy, La. STONEWALL JACKSON (Waterman), March 11—Chairman Carl Lineberry; Secretary Thomas Liles Jr.; Educational Director Francis C. Quebedeaux; Deck Delegate J. Richoux; Engine Delegate Leon Klelnman; Steward Delegate Jose Santiago. No disputed OT was reported. The StonewaHJackson is in the Middle East right now and should be at the Suez Canal by Friday. The first port of cargo dis­ charge is on the other end of the canal. There were two burials at spa this voyage. Brother Jake Longfellow was laid to rest in the Gulf, and Brother Wilbur Newson was committed to the deep in waters around Atlanta. The trip so far has been a good one, and the regular patrolman made a special trip back to the Stonewall Jackson to discuss the lodging beef. The educa­ tional director stressed the safety fac­ tor aboard ship, especially the need to stay clear of the danger zones when the crane is being used. Several prob­ lems were brought up. One was that the crew was supposed to get 20 extra movies this trip t)ut only got 10 from the suppliers. Also, anchor and arrival pools were to be run for the movie fund, and extra juice was to be left out after breakfast. A minute of silence was observed in memory of our de­ parted brothers and sisters. Heading through the Suez Canal and then to the Gulf of Aqaba, Jordan. Official ships minutes were also re­ ceived from the following vessels: ITB BALTIMORE COVE SAILOR INGER LNGLEO MARINER OAKLAND OGDEN MISSOURI OVERSEAS ARCTIC OVERSEAS MARILYN SANTA ROSA SANPEORO SEA-LANO ECONOMY SEA-UWO PRODUCER SEA-LAND VENTURE Monthly Membership Meetings Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Algonac Houston New Orleans Mobile San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Piney Point San Juan St. Louis Honolulu Duluth Gloucester Jersey City Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters Date Monday, June 4 .Tuesday, June 5 Wednesday, June 6 Thursday, June 7 Thursday, June 7 .Friday, June 8 ... .Monday, June 11 Tuesday, June 12. Wednesday, June 13 Thursday, June 14 Monday, June 18 Friday, June 22 Friday, June 8 Thursday, June 7 Friday, June 15 .Thursday, June 14 Wednesday, June 13 ." Tuesday, June 19 Wednesday, June 20 : 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. ; 2::30 p.m. 9:30 a:m. 2::00 p.m. 2::30 p.m. 2::30 p.m. 2;:30 p.m. 2::30 p.m. 2::30 p.m. 2: 30 p.m. 2: 30 p.m. 3; OO.p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. .2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. May 1984/LOG/37 li �PIPP" -—I vfcJ-jfe|..LI|gl_ -•'IT- ^Everyone 6an Help . . .' ilf :rr In reference to the special meeting to he held on April 14, 1984,1 am sorry to say that my poor health will prevent me from going down there. However, as a registered voter here in Berks County-Amity Township, 1 will do everything possible to try and get the right candidate in there who will help the national maritime industry. 1 also will write letters to my congressmen and senators and urge them to support any maritime hills. If 1 can he of more assistance, please do not hesitate to let me know. 1 hope that 1 can stall do good to help our fine Union. God hless the SlU and all its members and President Frank Drozak. Sincerely, Jolm N. Cliiorra C 410 Douglaesvllle, Pa. 'In Praise of Piney Point. . My husband and 1 very much enjoyed attending the new facility in Piney Point, Md. As an upgrader. Boh successfully completed the First Class PUot course with the help of John Chancellor, his Instructor. The new "Home Away From Home" is just that. The rooms are very nice. And the food is just out of this world! Thanks, Romeo, for that great shrimp scampi recipe! Sincerely, Mr. and Mrs. R. Kiefer Sharon Hill, Pa. •4 rX- If if!. .r CBepxinted from the April A9, 1984, San Francisco Sunday Examiner & Chronicle) Having just recently completed an inter-island cruise aboard American Hawaii Lines' SS Constitution, 1 also would Uke to refute the recent criticism of that ship. WhUe in Honolulu we made a last-minute hooking for five days of cruising, disembarking at Kahalui. (It is my i^piderstanding that AHL will hook "short" four- and five-day cruises on a space available basis.) This spur-of-the-moment decision proved to be one of my most pleasant experiences. Both my companion and myself foimd our room and facilities to be very good. The ship, by the way, was christened by the late Princess Grace of Monaco, and the movie "An Affair to Remember" was filmed aboard. We were impressed by the attention and professionalism of the entire crew; all the way from the captain, Harry Wu, a jolly and amiable gentleman who hails from Taiwan via New York, to a bright and witty waitress by the name of Rose, who not only saw to it that her own tables were content, but others as well. Considering a 400-per seating capacity, the food was well prepared and served, except that some passengers found the fare too salty (sea air?) or desired more exotic/continental menu selections. Although a trans-PaciQc crossing may prove too sedate to some, their regular inter-island cruises with several excursions at each of the four ports of call should prove more than ample diversions for the vast majority of us looking to get "away from it all." diaries E. Londa Idvermore, Calif. 38/LOG/May 1984 . si.i Letters To The Editor CThe following letter was published in the April 8, ldB4 edition of the Florida Times-Union, Jacksonville, Ma.) 'U.S. Merchant Fleet Grows Weaker Under Reagan ...' 1 am American merchant seaman. I have been out of work over six months. Merchant seamen and shipyard workers suffer from some of the highest unemplojnnent figures in the nation, 50 percent. American ships are being built in foreign yards. Most maritime subsidies have been eliminated or reduced. Over the past 35 years, we have had promises from five different presidents that they would revitalize the U.S. merchant fleet. None of these promises has been translated into action. The merchant marine is the fourth arm of defense, but the arm is not very strong. It cannot supply troops and materials to sustain U.S. action on one front, let alone two. Free trade is a myth. In 1960, the Soviet Union had a fleet of 600 ships. Today that fleet consists of more than 2,700 ships with another 600 under construction. Today, the United States has fewer than 600 ships that fly the American flag. Think about that, a United States with no merchant marine. No American flags on the high seas or^outside the United States. President Reagan made some veiy specific promises to the maritime industry in 1980. He delivered laid-up ships (some 120), closed American shipyards and put thousands of American seamen and shipyard workers out of work. Under the Reagan administration, we are left with no viable maritime pohqy and a trade policy that encourages only imports. The administration has ended the construction differential subsidy program so that shipbuilding can find foreign havens. Come on Jacksonville, we are a seaport. Let's put the American flag on ships at our piers. Vote a president who will be for iall American workers. John A. Damlan Jacksonville Beach, Fla. 'In Praise of the SIU Clinics . . We who go to sea today are the luckiest seamen in the world. For 1 can remember back to 1945, when such health care [as the Seafarers Welfare Plan] did not exist. We sailed—and if we were sick, weU then we just didn't make it. Yes, today many of us just take the clinic for granted. This is not right in my experience. You and your staff are truly the ones in whose hands we put our lives. I am saying that without you and your staff, there would be no SIU members sailing today, for all of \is would fall apart. The treatment I received from you and your staff does not exist today in any other union. You, Dr. Flippo, did not only see I was taken care of. You also took time out of your busy schedule to come and see me in the hospital. And when I was released, you made s\ire that a foUow-up examination was done. You and your staff took care of me every step of the way. Whei^l was ready, you then returned me to continue my career at sea. Can there truly be enough thanks for what you have done? Never. So I say on behalf of all SIU members sailing today, thank God there are doctors such as you and your entire staff. Alive today due to your care. Ruby DeBoissiere Chief Steward, Ogden Chsunpion �PRESIDENrS PRE-BALLOTING REPORT The following report was pre­ sented at all SIU Constitutional Port Membership meetings in May, as well as at all SIU halls holding informational member­ ship meetings in May. May 7, 1984 Pursuant to Article X, Section 1(e) of our Constitution, I am submitting at this regular May membership meeting of this election year, my Pre-Balloting Report. The balloting for our General Election of Officers for the term 1985-1989 will commence on November 1 and continue through December 31, 1984. The election will be conducted under the provisions of our Constitu­ tion, as amended and effective January 15,1981, and such other voting procedures as our Sec­ retary-Treasurer may direct. I have, in consultation with our Executive Board and Port Representatives, made a careful appraisal of the needs of our Constitutional Ports: New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, De­ troit, Houston, New Orleans, Mobile, San Francisco and St. Louis. We have carefully con­ sidered the changes that have taken place in the deep-sea and inland field, with a view toward meeting the opportunities for Expansion through means of or­ ganizing. Since our last General Elec­ tion of Officers, the membership of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlarftic. Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District voted affirma­ tively to, approve the merger of a former sister affiliate. Military Sea Transport Union, into our organization, the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Dis­ trict. The former Military Sea Transport Union membership will, of course, be participating as members of our organization in the forthcoming General Election of Officers. It is my recornmendation, in accordance with our Constitu­ tion, that the following offices be placed on the ballot in the 1984 General Election of Offi­ cers for the term 1985 through 1989. • • • • HEADQUARTERS 1 President 1 Executive Vice President 1 Secretary-Treasurer 1 Vice President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement • 1 Vice President in Charge of Atlantic Coast • 1 Vice President in Charge of the Gulf Coast • 1 Vice President in Charge of the Lakes and Inland Waters • 1 Vice President in Charge of the West Coast • 4 Headquarters Represen­ tatives NEW YORK 1 Agent 8 Joint Patrolmen A Rerun of 1980? BALTIMORE 1 Agent 2 Joint Patrolmen MOBILE 1 Agent 2 Joint Patrolmen NEW ORLEANS 1 Agent 3 Joint Patrolmen HOUSTON 1 Agent 3 Joint Patrolmen SAN FRANCISCO 1 Agent 2 Joint Patrolmen •' • f < U of "Patrolman" to "Port Em­ ployee," The foregoing constitutes your President's Pre-Balloting Re­ port and subject to my further recommendation as to the dep­ ository to be made hereafter, I recommend its adoption. Fraternally submitted, Frank Drozak President The Promises PHILADELPHIA 1 Agent 2 Joint Patrolmen" DETROIT 1 Agent 1 Patrolman thereon, as constitutionally pro­ vided, will appear on the ballot at the same time balloting takes place for the election of officers later this year. Also to appear on the ballot at the same time, subject to membership action as consti­ tutionally provided, is a further proposed constitutional amend­ ment which will change the title ^. ST. LOUIS 1 Agent 1 Patrolman In accordance with the abovementioned Article X, Section 1(e) of our Constitution, I am required to recommend a bank, a bonded warehouse, regular office thereof, or any similar depository, to which the ballots are to be mailed, no later than the first regular meeting in Oc­ tober of this year. I will make such recommendation to the membership before such dead­ line. As provided for in Article XII, Section 1, nominations open on July 15, 1984 and close on August 15, 1984. I wish to further advise the membership that by virtue of the merger with our Union of the international affiliate Mili­ tary Sea Transport Union a few years ago, a proposed consti­ tutional amendment providing for a "Vice President in Charge of Government Military Mari­ time Operations" will be sub­ mitted to the membership, and subject to membership action Well, at least the Reagan admin­ istration is honest. Maybe cynical or brassy would be better words. At a recent Merchant Marine subcommittee hearing, Russell F. Stryker, deputy administrator for the Maritime Administration, spent a great deal of his time opposing most of the programs the SIU has supported in an effort to revive the merchant marine; construction and operating subsidies, shipyard work for merchant ships and others. Of course he didn't say what might take the place of all the programs that the administration has sunk in the last three years. But, not to worry, he said. Something will be done. Oh yeah? When? "It would be my hope there would be something coming before the election," Stryker said. Our question is, Why the sudden concern for a November deadline? What was wrong with 1981 or 1982 or 1983? Could it be that the administra­ tion has been diligently laboring since it took office to implement the massive program of revitali- zation Candidate Reagan made when he was seeking support and election? It must be an incredible program after three years of study. The administration must have nothing but good ideas left because they've used up all the bad ones in the last three years—ODS buy­ outs, CDS paybacks, CDS cancel­ lation, build foreign, buy foreign, ship foreign. Or could it be that it's just an election year? Sealift Vital New Navy Discovery Is it proper to shout "Eureka" when one discovers something which has been hiding in plain sight. If it is, then dozens of highranking Washington military ex­ perts must be shouting because here is what they "officially" dis­ covered. "The successful deployment and sustainment of military forces worldwide in support of military strategy and national security ob­ jectives is heavily dependent upon sealift . . . Commercial U.S. mer­ chant marine assets will carry the lion's share of the lift required in time of war. Those ships have steadily declined because of a worldwide slump in the shipping industry." Seriously, according to a May 4, 1984, four-page press release, the U.S. Navy just "formally recog­ nized the long-standing role of stra­ tegic sealift as the third major func­ tion" of the Navy. In reality, what the administra­ tion has discovered is that their policies of neglect concerning the merchant marine have forced the Navy to take on jobs that histori­ cally had been part of the role of the U.S. merchant marine. The Navy knows it needs ships to move troops and materials. The Navy also knows the private U.S. mer­ chant marine does not have the capacity or the equipment to move what is needed in a major conflict. So the Navy has developed three very reasonable programs, two Prepositioning Forces and the Fast Sealift ships. That's fine as far it goes. What the administration needs to discover now is that the U.S. private merchant marine is a vital and necessary force.' It needs to discover that with a comprehen­ sive and complete maritime policy that same private U.S. merchant marine could be counted on to fulfill its role. When they discover that, then perhaps we will shout "Eureka." May 1984/LOG/39 �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. 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CLAIR'S ICE FLOES FINALLY THAW, FLOW AWAY SIU'S INDEPENDENCE SAVES MAN FROM ONE-WAY VOYAGE LOG PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS CHOSEN SIU'S JADE PHOENIX LEAVES OLD TONNAGE RECORD IN THE (GRAIN) DUST CANCER: PREVENTION BEST CURE, HERE'S HOW SIU SCHOLARSHIPS OPEN COLLEGE DOORS FOR EIGHT 'ANGELS' CREW CARGO CRAFT STONEWALL JACKSON PAYS OFF IN BROOKLYN SIU CALLS FOR HIGHER TUNA TARIFFS PRESIDENT'S PRE-BALLOTING REPORT THE PROMISES SEALIFT VITAL Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 5/1/1984 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 46, No. 5 1984 Periodicals Seafarers Log